Molly Devine Elevates “Yes” With Dynamic Emotion And A Striking, Standout Performance
- STAFF
- Dec 5
- 3 min read
By: Staff
An intoxicating rush of artistry, “Yes” surges with Molly Devine’s magnetic force.
Molly Devine has a way of stepping into a room, even sonically, and changing the temperature without warning. The first time we crossed paths with Molly Devine and her fire fueled track “Yes”, we felt it in our bones. From the opening notes, the air shifted, and what also struck us was how quickly she unveiled grit, truth, and a spark only she could strike. It was clear she carried something raw and real, something you cannot turn away from. One thing is certain: Molly Devine sings with the kind of presence that turns a moment into a memory.
“Yes” jumps right in with a smooth, silky delivery that feels otherworldly and instantly hijacks the mind and all its senses. There is so much excitement in the track’s movement and production that we absolutely loved, and the sultry, passionate tone feels intoxicating. When she joins forces with the backup singers, it becomes a towering wave of sound that pushes you back from the speakers. Sprinkled throughout are soft, gentle vocal releases woven between exhilarating drops and a Hammond organ performance to die for. “This is the kind of vocal moment that reminds you why great singers change the world one note at a time.”
The standout here is no doubt Molly Devine’s vocal performance, but what also shines is the way she shapes each phrase. It is not just the technical mastery, paired with powerful cinematic synths and a sense of grace that feels unmatched, but the movement she brings to every line. The sliding and long drawn out notes, the sensation of her traveling across the stage and through your mind, all lift this into a next level performance. “She sings with the confidence of someone who knows exactly where she wants to take you and gets you there every time.”
The instrumental support is world class, with the immense Hammond organ presence, beautifully dropped beats, outstanding guitar and bass, twinkling pianos, and backup vocals that feel almost magical. We learned the song was written in one sitting, featuring incredible Hammond organ perfomred by Stephen Small and production by Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers, Catatonia). The final ad libs were tracked with Molly's confused collie sitting beside her in the studio, and somehow, you can hear the warmth of that moment within the take. “Every detail in this track feels chosen with care, and it shows in how effortlessly it all comes together.”
Another thing that hits you right in the chest is the production. Everything sits clean and honest, each part leaning into the next like it was meant to be there, and what also stands out is how the mix shines without ever polishing away the grit. It lets her voice grow wide and powerful while holding onto the edge that defines her sound. “It is the kind of production that lifts an artist without ever overshadowing the soul of the performance.”
We were wildly impressed with the talents and performance of Molly Devine, and the experience felt like one surprise after another, each one more thrilling than the last. All in all, Molly Devine delivered something special with “Yes”. The standout performance paired with bold creative choices carried this track somewhere we didn’t expect in the best way possible.
You should definitely spend some time with “Yes”. “This is the sound of an artist stepping fully into her power.”
“Yes” from Molly Devine proves how unstoppable a song becomes when voice, vision, and soul collide.
Molly Devine is a singer, songwriter, and DJ out of Aotearoa New Zealand, and she brings a serious level of craft to everything she touches. She holds a Master’s in Music Performance, has toured across the country, and has stepped onstage with some major names like Anastacia, The Doobie Brothers, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Billy Idol. She’s also shared the spotlight with Dunedin Sound legends Martin Phillipps, Shayne Carter, Graeme Downes, Nadia Reid, and Anthonie Tonnon as part of Tally Ho! backed by the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra.
