Innumerable whispers and secrets revealed.

Radio Waves, by The Bones of J.R. Jones, is a record that whispers with the undertones of a haunted longing. In this latest release, The Bones of J.R. Jones leans into what feels like the forgotten corners of Americana. There is a certain crafting of tracks that feels like it was pulled from a vintage record store.

The album is submerged in his guitar and other reverb-soaked textures. “Car Crash” is a song that is minimal in structure but overall rich in atmosphere. There’s a tension in his vocals that creates a feeling that is slow and aching. It perfectly mirrors the lyrics of the song, which deal with yearning and the search for connection.

Jones delivers an album that is full of weathered intimacy. The record feels like a confessional of a man who has been carrying stories and burdens for way too long and now has the chance to share them. The production is simple, yet intentional. It feels like being in a room that is dimly lit by a candle.

The track “Savages” enhances the feeling of slow-burning tension. The atmosphere on this track is raw, introspective and echoing. Similarly, “Shameless” emits the same feelings and taps into the feeling of emotional distress. Both tracks capture the yearning that defines this record.

“Radio Waves” is a record for those long days when you have nowhere to be, or those late nights when silence feels like company. In a world where everything seems to be screaming for attention, Radio Waves does the opposite and whispers. This makes it hit even harder. Each track feels like the clarity that comes after a conversation you didn’t know you needed. It’s a reminder that the stillness and silence that comes with introspection can be just as loud and powerful as sound.