Review
Max McNown's 'Night Diving' is a total vibe, y'all. I've been obsessed with this album since it dropped in January 2025. It's like McNown took everything that made his debut so great and cranked it up a notch. The way he blends folk and pop with a country twist is just *chef's kiss*. I'm living for the moody guitar tones and those haunting rhythms - they really get under your skin in the best way possible.
Let's talk about that title track, 'Night Diving'. It's a gut-punch of a song about addiction, and I swear I get goosebumps every time I hear it. And don't even get me started on 'Roses and Wolves' - that duet with Hailey Whitters? Pure magic. It's like they're telling the story of every doomed relationship I've ever been in.
I'm also digging how creative McNown got with the production. Using train tracks and chains to make beats? That's some next-level stuff right there. It's clear this guy's not afraid to push boundaries and get personal with his lyrics. 'Night Diving' is the kind of album that makes you feel seen, you know? It's raw, it's real, and it's absolutely gorgeous. - Sienna