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ALBUM REVIEW: ROLE MODEL - Chuck Timely & The Hourglass
- Lucy Gaskell
- Aug 10
- 2 min read
Following the success of Kansas Anymore, ROLE MODEL returns with 'Chuck Timely & The Hourglass', a 47-minute record that feels like the soundtrack to a late summer evening. Rather than chasing nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake, ROLE MODEL uses vintage influences to create an album that feels warm, relaxed and perfectly suited to the final stretch of summer.
The album opens with the reflective 'Chuck’s Mantra' before quickly shifting gears with 'High Hopes 3000', bringing an upbeat energy that carries through much of the record. Throughout the album, ROLE MODEL blends softer acoustic moments with lively, groove-filled tracks, creating a sound that’s easy to sink into from start to finish.
A few tracks that stand out throughout this album include ‘Love I You’ and ‘Joy’, both of which lean into the album’s retro influences while still feeling fresh. The record wears its 70s-inspired sound proudly, but never feels like it’s trying too hard to recreate the past. Instead, the album builds its own identity, making the nostalgic elements feel effortless rather than gimmicky. The track ‘The Wedding’ is the standout moment. Its cinematic feel makes it one of the album’s most memorable tracks, before Harmony closes the record on a fitting note.
Whether you’re driving with the windows down or winding down after a long day, 'Chuck Timely & The Hourglass' is an album that rewards a full listen. It balances upbeat moments with genuine emotion, making it feel equally suited to a road trip, a sunny evening or simply having it on in the background. It’s an easy album to come back to, and one that proves ROLE MODEL continues to grow while staying true to what makes his music so enjoyable.
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