The Rug – “Alchemy”

Revealing a timeless-sounding balladry, “Alchemy” is the latest single from New Jersey-based duo The Rug. Taking inspiration from staples like ELO and Pink Floyd, its integration of classic-rock and modern pop appeal makes for a resonating success. The quaint piano-driven initial momentum begins to escalate upon the “it’s just a little alchemy,” remark, soaring thereafter into a powerful psych-pop glow, with a McCartney-esque vocal yearning. The track’s range — from rousing theatri...

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