[MP3] new Young Man: “Fate” demo

Here’s a relatively new demo called “Fate” from Colin Caulfield a.k.a. Young Man, whose tunes are finally beginning to spread around the ‘net like wildfire (with Brooklyn Vegan, Pitchfork, Prefix, and Free Williamsburg all recently hopping on the train). Check out the new demo below (via yvynyl):

[MP3] Young Man – Fate

Much aligned with the ways of Here We Go Magic, though perhaps more straightforward, Caulfield creates layered, hypnotic folky compositions that seem deceptively simple. Using multiple interwoven guitar licks and minimal percussion as a backdrop, Caulfield’s intoxicating vocals shine and sooth with a playful inventiveness that matches the themes he’s so far chosen to pursue — growing up, exploring the world, innocence, and youthful stubborness.

“Fate” is actually an interesting turn for a guy whose debut album explores the world through the eyes of a child. Children are blessed in that they don’t have to think about the future. They experience the world through an imaginative process that makes anything possible… and in that light, the concept of fate (the very definition of a lack of control) seems particularly disenchanting. Even still, staying true to his proven lyrical style, Caulfield provides a bit of optimism throughout the song: “It’s no suprise / Fate isn’t something new / oftentimes it’s not what you do.”