MAYSUNS Let Loose on Eight-Minute Rocker “Pitty Pat”

Eight minutes is a long time to make a first impression, but MAYSUNS seem more than happy to take up the space. Their latest single, “Pitty Pat,” opens with a sly, almost mischievous guitar riff before building into a louder, faster cadence. With its bluesy guitar work and traces of twang, the track calls back to the days where rock songs weren’t afraid to stretch their legs. Gabe Harr's gritty, laid-back vocals soon settle into the mix, giving the song its footing.

Around the five-and-a-half-minute mark, the track takes an unexpected turn, slowing into a hazier, more subdued passage. Gabe's vocals soften alongside the instrumentation, giving the section an almost dazed, morning-after quality. The song gradually builds back up, returning to its fast-paced blues-rock energy before Kostia Howard's saxophone joins the mix, adding another unexpected layer to the arrangement.

That playful attitude carries into the lyrics, where Gabe makes a simple “Won't you kiss me?” feel less like a plea and more like a knowing invitation. There's a confident, slightly sultry quality to it all, without the song ever taking itself too seriously.

Interestingly, ‘Pitty Pat’ has been sitting with the band for quite some time. In an Instagram post announcing the single, MAYSUNS shared that it had been nine years in the making, calling it a thank you to everyone who has stuck with them along the way. The song's long journey to release adds another layer to its story.

Ultimately, “Pitty Pat” earns its eight-minute runtime by giving itself room to wander. Its shifting tempos,  tantalizing lyrics, and unexpected instrumental turns make for an engaging listen from start to finish. After nine years in the making, it's well worth the wait.

MAYSUNS will play The Delancey in New York City on November 21 before heading to Washington, D.C. on November 28, where they'll open for Buko Boys.

Review by Abby Jover