My favourite era for songwriting was probably the late 1960s. It was an era where technology had finally developed enough to sound genuinely interesting, textured, and inspiring, yet remained connected to the individual that it never became overwhelming.

I’ve been getting that exact same, hands-on vibe from Radio Drive’s impressive new album, Walk With Me. Led by multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Kevin Gullickson on 12 Story Records, the indie alternative rock project has built a loyal global following through emotionally resonant, melody-driven soundscapes that effortlessly blend classic rock sensibilities with contemporary alternative flair.

What makes this latest release special, arriving after a deliberate two-year hiatus where Gullickson focused on family and personal perspective,is how it celebrates the sheer joy of sonic craftsmanship. It doesn't sound assembled on a computer screen; it feels whittled by hand. That organic warmth is anchored by mix and mastering work from legendary Grammy-nominated engineer Marc DeSisto at Mix LA Studio D (whose storied credits include Pink Floyd, The Who, and U2), lending the record space that lets every song breathe naturally.

The track I particularly want to highlight from the album is "Together."

"Together" carries that wonderful late-'60s song structure, melodically reminiscent of early, Pink Floyd under Syd Barrett, or the Quo before they got boring, while also weaving in traces of classic Beatles-esque vocal warmth and architecture.

But for me, at its core, the song celebrates a musician sitting down with a guitar. It has earned critical recognition that includes official consideration submissions for the 2027 Grammy Awards across categories like Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Alternative Music Performance.

"Together" very much proves that genuine, hands-on craftsmanship is very much alive in 2026.

Walk With Me by Radio Drive was released on 15th June 2026.