Let It Go (EP)
A powerful and emotionally honest, piano and retro keyboard (Rhodes, Hammond B-3) driven portrait of the emerging singer-songwriter.
While the Joel influence is prevalent throughout Let It Go, Rubenfeld draws inspiration from a multitude of legendary and contemporary singer-songwriters (from The Eagles to Maroon 5, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young to John Legend) in crafting infectious, lingering melodies and straight from the heart lyrical statements about romantic relationships and the pursuit of dreams.
The wistful piano and vocal title track directly reflects Rubenfeld's feelings about his craft and career, but could easily apply to a romantic relationship at a crossroads; it ponders the eternal question, are we in over our heads? Should we hang on and fight or give up and let things go?
Fortunately for a musical world in need of originality and truthful songwriting, Rubenfeld sticks with it, confirming his powerful work ethic on the dynamic, uptempo pop tune "Nose To The Grindstone," which features the kind of lush, Eaglesque, CSNY type harmonies that will continue to pepper future recordings. Those harmonies also drive the chorus of "Elinor," a more acoustic based tune that typifies Rubenfeld's sweetly romantic side, complete with cello and mandolin touches. Finally, the passionate ballad "I Know" is about the frustration of dealing with a lover who's not communicating her true feelings and trying to overcome that emotional distance.
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