London-based alt-pop artist Tycho Jones (they/them/he/him) has made a much-anticipated return to music with the release of their new single “Risk To My Reward.” Over the past year, Tycho took a break from releasing music to focus on their mental health and build a new band to prepare for their sophomore offering and first official EP.
Clash described Tycho as a “London riser” and Complex UK as an “Alt-Pop Wonder,” and their latest single is a testament to their growth and evolution as an artist. “Risk To My Reward” is a departure from Tycho’s previously laid-back style, and showcases their transformation into an intuitive frontman with an infectious delivery of catchy lyrics.
The track is an upbeat and energetic kaleidoscope of relentless percussion, earthy bass, and playful rock-tinged guitars that add a new dimension to Tycho’s alt-pop sound. The lyrics of the song are about the thrill of the chase and the pursuit of dreams, love, and friendship. Tycho Jones summarizes the single as being about “taking the risks necessary in order to progress and grow.”
The accompanying lyric video for “Risk To My Reward” is impressive and provides an opportunity for fans to sing along to the impossibly catchy lyrics. Tycho Jones’ return to music is a welcome one and this single is a promising start to what promises to be a promising sophomore offering and first official EP.
