B-Side Guys

There’s a certain magic in knowing exactly when to press record. JD Hinton, the Texas-born troubadour who’s performed everywhere from Los Angeles’ Viper Room to the Vatican, demonstrates this perfectly on “Let’s Do Now (I’m Here, You’re Here).” The veteran songwriter’s latest single bottles the electricity of mutual attraction with the precision of someone who’s spent decades mastering the art of timing – first as a midnight DJ spinning R&B, then as an actor, and now as a masterful musical storyteller.

The piano-driven arrangement creates an intimate stage for Hinton’s robust vocals to explore that fragile moment when possibility hangs in the air. His delivery of “What if this is heaven?” carries the weight of someone who understands both the risk and reward of such vulnerable questions. Kathrin Shorr’s background vocals weave through the mix like a conscience urging brave choices, adding subtle harmonies that echo the song’s central tension between hesitation and desire.

Drawing inspiration from Buddy Holly’s earnestness and Bob Dylan’s poetic directness, Hinton crafts a narrative that feels both timeless and urgently present. His years of improvisational experience – from late-night radio to television roles on “Dynasty” and “Jane the Virgin” – shine through in how naturally he navigates the song’s emotional peaks and valleys. Each verse builds with the practiced patience of someone who knows exactly when to hold back and when to lean in.

For an artist who has already proven himself on international stages, “Let’s Do Now” reveals Hinton’s continuing evolution. Following his acclaimed “Traveler” EP, this track suggests his upcoming “Five Smooth Stones” collection will further cement his reputation for crafting songs that dance on the knife-edge between reflection and romance. In an era overflowing with manufactured moments, Hinton reminds us that sometimes the bravest act is simply acknowledging what’s already there.