“GTFO” is an energized, dynamic rock success from Seattle-based trio Map of the Woulds. Balancing angular prog-rock with “goofball funk” and elements of jazz, the band impress with a sound cohesively balancing experimental unpredictability and punchy approachability. This eclectic single captures the band’s creative spirit well, culminating in a memorable guitar solo that invokes a classic-rock warmth amidst their signature avant-garde sensibilities.

Kickstarted by fervent, hooky vocal work and concluding with a scorching-hot, emotive guitar solo, “GTFO” is a fully immersive listening experience. Heavy pulses of guitar and bass traverse into a suave, sophisti-pop feeling, soulful and breezy as lush vocals caution “you’re gonna be late.” “The song isn’t helping, so just GTFO,” the vocals progress, enamoring with an escalating title-touting refrain and reflective guitar jumpiness thereafter.

The “GTFO!” heaviness especially resonates when the “oh, I hate to go” vocal harmonies hit thereafter, exemplary of the band’s commendable range — seamlessly shifting between anthemic rock passion and sophisti-pop allure. Then arrives the blissful guitar solo, invoking a classic-rock and psychedelia melding as a twangy free-flowing takes hold amidst breezy rhythm guitar and hypnotic rhythms, resembling a cross of Allman Brothers and Steely Dan. “GTFO” is a standout rocker from Map of the Woulds.

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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.

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