Lately, the Y’allternative craze has taken over the airwaves—and rightfully so. Artists like Tristan Tritt have captivated audiences by daring to experiment, not allowing sonic boundaries to stunt their growth or creativity. His new single, “Rose Colored Lenses,” showcases expert songwriting, daring creative prowess, and a haunting, thoroughly blended mix.

The song begins with a stunning acoustic guitar rhythm, with a severely underutilized chord progression in modern alternative music. There are sprinkles of Bruno Mars-y pop music, indicating that Tristan Tritt is not afraid to take risks, understanding that emotive lyricism and vocal stylings will overtake any desire to stick to a single genre.

His vocal stylings are incredibly sad, almost veering towards a ghostly yet influential yodel. These choices indicate an artist who truly will listen to everything, allowing him to make theoretically accurate and sonically exciting music.

There are plenty of slow, country ballads out there. However, Tritt has encapsulated the profound emotional depth, paired with tricky vocal tactics, that are the truest markings of a real artist.