Not gonna lie, The Nghiems don’t really stick to one vibe. They got their own thing going on. It’s like pop and Western music had a baby, and that baby is El Camino. If I was chilling during sunset or driving with the windows down, this EP would be the one I’d play. It’s warm, but it still gives you that little rush in your chest.
El Camino opens with some quirky beats and a slick guitar solo—feels like something straight out of a road trip movie scene. As it plays on, it keeps this steady, chill pace. Feels like you’re just driving with no plans, windows down, open sky, just vibes.
Then comes “NobodyMove,” and this one had me grinning right away. It’s cheeky and cool. The kind of beat that makes you want to strut a little when you walk. It’s got that confident, playful energy—like the soundtrack to a scene where everything’s going wrong, but you’re rolling with it anyway. It’s every romantic comedy ending song, if I were to describe it in a mood.
Next up, “Stay (NaNaNaNa)” hits with that kind of nostalgic, slow, and melancholic vibe that still manages to feel light. It’s the kind of song that makes you think about someone you used to know, or a moment you wish you could revisit just one more time. It’s a longing wrapped in a catchy hook, it’s a gentle hug you get from someone who understands without asking.
Then there’s “Kpop Band,” it’s got an easy, laid-back rhythm that makes it super fun to sing along to. I get a glimpse of cheer and lighthearted energy every time it plays, like I’m in a feel-good music video where things end on the best possible ending for the protagonist. It’s got that carefree vibe, the kind that makes you forget about any stress and just enjoy the moment.
So yeah, El Camino isn’t trying to be loud or flashy. It’s that friend who shows up with snacks and good timing. The one who says, “Let’s not overthink it. Just hit play!”
It’s charming, a little weird, totally sincere—and honestly? That’s kind of rare these days.
If you ever need a soundtrack for walking away from drama in slow motion, this EP’s already waiting in your queue.
Hit shuffle. You’ll get it.
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