Rock/Review Miles East - Lucky To Be Here Tonight

Following more than a decade atop New York City’s recording scene as a premier session and touring drummer, Miles East (vocals, acoustic guitars, drums) was joined in the studio only by Morgan (bass, electric guitars, keyboards, backing vocals) and polymath and multi-hyphenate musician Justin Goldner (electric guitars, baritone) for this new record.

"Lucky To Be Here Tonight" by Miles East conveys the message about unbeatable human spirit and the criticality of being thankful in conditions when life is not good anymore. Pursuing the second single from his upcoming album "Between Lightning and Thunder," East crafts a touching text whose purpose is to have us stand in awe of the beauty of the spaces and the people who may be an ingredient necessary for getting us through the chaos and uncertainty of this crazy world.

East's lyrical opening lines slowly take us into a deep emotional vortex which we like participants of the introspection and reflection process. The melody of the song is accompanied by a subtle, rich soundscape, creating a space where the song is presented as a solemn, yet touching homage to the significant and momentary moments of power and beauty that remind us of the wonder of life even in really tough times. East's words evoke an aura of thankfulness and awe-striking, expressing the notion that small deeds and mutual interaction may result in a tremendous change of the way we experience our everyday life.

"Lucky To Be Here Tonight" is not only a song but also an important message. This message reminds us to treasure not only moments but also the people, who brighten up our lives when everything seems to collapse. With his soulful voice and words of a heart Miles East takes us to a place that makes us stop our thoughts and see beauty and strength that is so present in the world, and that reminds us that we are not alone.

As the second single from his upcoming album, "Lucky To Be Here Tonight" sets the stage for what promises to be a deeply moving and introspective collection of songs. With its timeless message of gratitude and resilience, this song reaffirms East's position as a master storyteller and musical visionary, and leaves listeners eagerly anticipating the release of "Between Lightning and Thunder."