Just Jillian is a multi-instrumentalist and film maker based in Toronto. After playing in a few bands, a solo effort was put forth. What Day Is It was released in April of 2018. An album that deals with constantly being in motion, it has enough twists and turns to lend that sentiment to the listener.
“What Day Is It” is a bouncy track that builds quickly before leveling off in a catchy chorus. This is a track that asks the simple questions, and unearths deep answers. It opens with a fun guitar lick supported by a booming bass drum and a hi-hat. As the bass chugs along, the lyrics join. During the chorus it is revealed that the drummer actually has a full kit! This song has a wanderlust to its tone. “Say You Don’t” tells an all-too familiar story. Struggling lovers that must come to terms with the end of their relationship. There are words that no longer hold any meaning, and therefore shouldn’t be said. It’s a morbid topic. “Say You Don’t” is not morbid; it is bright and confident, with enough passion in the words and the delivery to masquerade as a fun pop song. “Goodbye Woman” is a track fueled by guitar licks. The entirety of the song is punctuated by them. It gives the song a strong push in energy. The influence of pop on What Day Is It is undeniable. Elements of pop, in every sense of the word, are front and center being sung loud and proud for the world to hear. It’s an album that is sure to entertain with a lighthearted approach to even the serious topics. Don’t be too quick to underestimate Just Jillian. There’s a lot more to offer than just catchy choruses and guitar riffs. Skilled writing paired with excellent performance and recording has resulted in What Day Is It.
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