Mustard Service Capture the Strength of Letting Go in “Big Time”


Photo: Evan Garcia 

Miami indie rock band Mustard Service has just dropped their first release following their 2023 album, Variety Pack. “Big Time” stays true to the band's self-described genre of ‘zest pop,’ offering the ultimate, feel-good track, while simultaneously touching on some hard-hitting themes. As they explore periods of personal development, confronting life’s hurdles, and letting go of negativity, the three-piece band aren’t afraid to speak about their own experiences, openly sharing their vulnerabilities and the emotional challenges they've faced.

The band shares, “This song is basically about cutting off a friend who you really love - but you know you have to cut them off or else you're gonna drown with them. It explores how sad it is having to come to terms with the fact that you have to let them go and grieving that relationship.”

With lyrics such as, "You didn’t do bad but you could’ve done better” and "Nothing can shine quite like you do," we witness the internal battle of conflicting emotions. On one hand, there’s nostalgia for halcyon days gone by but on the other, there’s regret for the things left unsaid. There’s a sense of accepting the past, yet struggling to fully leave it behind and Mustard Service perfectly captures these tumultuous emotions, turning them into a truly relatable anthem. 

“Big Time” offers a colorful and lush soundscape, nodding to the band’s Latin roots, while incorporating modern, guitar-led, indie rock influences reminiscent of The Strokes. With an easygoing, laidback feel, the track features steady, toe-tapping percussion and melody-driven guitars that weave through the soundscape. Reverb-drenched vocals add a dreamy, nostalgic touch, creating an irresistibly catchy tune that worms its way deep into your brain.

Listen to "Big Time" below:

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