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Kevin McCall’s return to music has been nothing short of spectacular, his sharing of a new talk box performance being one of the indications of him coming back after a long break. The singer and producer revealed his unique vocal effect technique in a heartbreaking video clip that has already received lots of praise coming from both fans and other artists. However, this reappearance of McCall as a creator is only a tease for the greater musical projects he might do in the future, including his upcoming EP.
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A delightful surprise just came to the music world. Kevin McCall is in the studio again and, this time, the talk box sound that made him popular will be used. He has posted a video in which he can be seen doing a little bit of his work as well as the gifted singer and producer. The clip showed McCall singing his parts in a smooth, melody-like manner mixed with the talk box effect, which was like his once-given robot-like vocal texture. The performance was loaded with feelings, as the lyrics were about love, healing, and connection. The sound was so beautiful that it made some of the listeners go back to his past when he was working on the classic tracks with a bit of fresh feel at the same time.
McCall didn’t say much about the moment, only posted it with the caption ‘Make feel love ❤️’ plus the hashtag ‘#talkboxkev’, which was considered a reference to the instrument that later became his sound. In case someone doesn’t know, a talk box allows a musician to shape the sound with their mouth movements while playing usually a keyboard or guitar. McCall has been not only a master of this technique but also a creator of some of his most memorable hooks and vocal effects. Going back to this signature style is like a long-awaited return.
The response from other artists and fans was nothing short of enormous. Musician Starah even commented on McCall’s new appearance and return to work with ‘Nice hair cut. That’s how I knew you. Looking good and back to working. Dope, bro. 👊’ recognizing the level of respect with which McCall is viewed in the music world through the approving gestures of their professionals.
Listeners could almost instantly tell the potential in what they were hearing. One observant follower stated ‘I think this is making stems for a song for sure. It’s background melody’s to add more punch to the track. Fire 🔥’ This thought reinforces the notion that McCall might be at the very start of a new music journey, laying down the elements of foundation that would eventually transform into complete songs.
The audience’s interest in McCall’s comeback was great, not only from a technical point of view. Many listeners expressed their views about the emotional gravity tied to his return. ‘The comeback is going to be epic,’ one viewer’s prediction was a reflection of the widespread vibe that it might indeed be the start of a new creative phase for the artist.
Responding from the technical aspect, many fans went on to exalt McCall’s skill with the talk box—themselves. ‘Not da talk box 🔥’ was one admirer’s exclamation, while another one shortly stated ‘A beast with that talk box.’ The appreciation for his technical expertise was coupled by the anticipation of what he would create next. ‘You need to make a real song out of it would be too fire🔥🔥🔥’ was one comment revealing the listener’s desire to hear this teaser turn into a full track.
Cutting-edge music was not the only thing that got support. Vinny Thorne wrote a touching message: ‘Very happy for you my bro. God is good.’ This kind of encouragement is a spiritual reflection of the personal ties McCall has maintained throughout his career.
Some comments provided a broader perspective on McCall’s journey. ‘Hard work, persistence, and grinding it always pays off 🙏🏾’ was one follower who acknowledged the dedication needed to return successfully to the music industry. On the other hand, another comment took a more protective view regarding artist’s legacy: ‘This is what I want to see, fuck all that trolling bro. I am a fan and will support the music but not the trolling. Show them what your made of king, and make them regret.’
The enthusiasm was not just confined to the general praise. Some followers had already specific requests for the future projects. ‘The talk box is my absolute fav. Please do a whole album of it Kevin! 🔥’ asked one fan, while another added ‘And maybe a dancehall/afro track your voice would be fire on such a track 🔥🔥’ Such creative suggestions confirm that McCall’s audience is already considering the many directions his comeback could take.
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To those who have followed Kevin McCall’s career, this return seems to be particularly significant. From his collaboration with Chris Brown and other top artists to his solo projects, he has always been the one to make the trend musically. His ability to merge R&B with modern sounds was recently showcased in a studio session with Lumidee. He also recently revisited a 2012 hit, sparking a wave of nostalgia among fans. On a more personal note, McCall revealed his daughter confuses another artist’s voice for his on the radio.
