TOM SAINT WONDERS IF HE IS “TOO YOUNG TO FALL IN LOVE” IN HIS NEWEST COLD-WAVE SINGLE

Genre blending may be a current trend. However, each artist brings a new take on it, keeping things exciting, even if it begins to feel like a repetitive gimmick. Thankfully, England’s Tom Saint isn’t focused on what other artists are doing—he’s just focused on his lane. His latest single, “too young to fall in love,” reflects this perfectly.

The track is glitchy and modern, with nods to the 80s sprinkled throughout via gothy reverberated synths. His unique sound sits at the intersection of new wave, cold wave, and contemporary alternative pop. There are numerous ways to classify songs, making it overwhelming.

However, what stands out in Tom Saint’s music is his creative instincts. Sure, there are a few hints of emo rap god Lil’ Peep in there, but Tom Saint isn’t interested in being a replica of a pre-existing hero. Instead, he allows his voice to take center stage; sometimes, people don’t need to hit extraordinarily high notes to be strong vocalists.

“too young to fall in love” presents a strong musical narrative while remaining sonically interesting in a saturated modern climate. Everyone else is fending to get ahead, but Tom Saint is already there. His keen musical instincts, paired with his affinity for 80s music, will significantly aid him, especially in securing an audience on the other side of the pond.