Written by Elijah P.

Written after long commutes and comforting cramped spaces while in motion, One Click Straight has proven themselves again that they are capable of growth, even above and beyond than their current contemporaries in the scene. As much as their lead vocalist Sam Marquez describes every one of their most recent outputs as “raddening”, “MRT” is basically the “renaissance” of their material, their literal version of “city” pop, may it be a songwriting and visual aesthetic standpoint.

The string of singles such as “Hayaan” and “Wake Me Up” have established themselves as the pop band, all the while “MRT” and “Lilo” are reserved to be more honest and layered than the sum of their parts. Whispered melodies and crisp drum production are becoming the trademarks of a One Click Straight track — may it be coming from their live drumpad playing or constant teasers on their social media — made their careers as musicians reach an all time high in terms of quality.

“MRT” has rhythmic rumbling of a train and synthetic warps mixed with Sam’s unorthodox guitar playing – the creme dela creme of the track. These sonic choices are paired with sentimental lyrics that tackle on the concept of finding each other while in transit, but whatever the place of love will take place in, one thing is made sure: One Click Straight have made unique jams for commuters; for folks constantly moving as the world revolves over and under them 24 hours; for humans depending on music wherever they go.

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