Louis Emory & The Reckless Few recount some famous last words on their new single Prophets Said — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
There are songs that come and go, and then there are songs that stay with you, lingering like the echoes of a great radio station fading into the night. Prophets Said, the latest single from New York singer-songwriter Emory and his band, is exactly that — a rootsy rock anthem with the heart and soul of a ‘70s classic.
Emory, a Troy artist with a storytelling knack reminiscent of his heroes Tom Petty, Bob Dylan and George Harrison, channels an electrifying mix of grit, melody, and raw emotion into Prophets Said. The track, recorded with longtime collaborators Tim Lynch and Bob Boyer at The Recording Company and mixed by Shelly Yakus (John Lennon, The Band), showcases the kind of rock ’n’ roll that demands to be heard — and felt.
The song’s driving electric guitars, haunting organ swells, and Emory’s smoky, John Mellencamp vocals create a dynamic blend of classic-rock energy and modern storytelling. Lyrically, Prophets Said is a heart-wrenching yet hopeful look at love that has run its course. With lines like “We were just ships passing in the night / Flames dancing in eternal vibes,” he captures the bittersweet realization that some relationships are fated to end — but that doesn’t make them any less meaningful.
“I’ve always been into history and the idea of prophets or oracles,” says Emory. “But in this song, the ‘prophets’ are the good friends who tell you when something’s over, even when you don’t want to hear it.”
Prophets Said is the lead single from Emory’s upcoming EP The Siege, a collection of songs that further cement his signature fusion of timeless rock, heartfelt lyrics and stadium-sized hooks. Emory and The Reckless Few are truly reviving the spirit of rock ’n’ roll, one melody at a time.
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