Hanson, 'Thinking 'Bout Somethin'' -- Song Premiere

By Ashley Iasimone Posted Apr 5th 2010 02:30PM

When Hanson were on the road with their last album, 2007's 'The Walk,' their hands were full playing shows while also raising money and awareness to help fight HIV/AIDS and poverty in Africa. Carrying such a weighty message from city to city, they found a breath of fresh air at soundchecks and in hotel rooms, where they began writing new music that was inspired by something a little lighter -- the classic '50s and '60s rock 'n' roll and soul that the brothers grew up on. With the R&B-tinged pop-rock of their upcoming LP, 'Shout It Out,' and its infectious first single, 'Thinking 'Bout Somethin,'' it's clear that the trio is aiming to take its early influences to heart while having a bit of fun.

"The 'Shout It Out' album is an invitation to turn up the music and hopefully ignite a feeling of musical nostalgia and optimism," Taylor Hanson tells PopEater of the record, which drew in guest spots from Funk Brothers bassist Bob Babbitt and horn arranger Jerry Hey, who's worked with Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones and more. "The song Thinking 'Bout Somethin'' and the music video -- full of street dancing and loud cowbell and our friend, the brilliant Weird Al Yankovic -- are the first lines of that invitation."

Taylor takes lead vocals on the funky kiss-off tune, and the soulful inflection of his voice is accompanied by melodic brass, Wurlitzer and a big, catchy chorus made up of Hanson's signature three-part harmony.
Listen to 'Thinking 'Bout Somethin''

The single can be downloaded via iTunes on April 27. Its as-yet-unreleased video, directed by Todd Edwards ('Hoodwinked'), recreates a scene from 'The Blues Brothers' in which music spurs a crowd to dance in the streets. The band's interpretation of the scene brings them to the streets of their hometown of Tulsa, Okla., and includes more than 300 extras: Yankovic, two of Taylor's children (yes, all the Hanson brothers are married with children now), 60 local dancers and hundreds of fans who were invited to the set.

'Shout It Out,' featuring 'Thinking 'Bout Somethin'' and the track 'Give a Little' as single No. 2, will be available on June 8. At the end of April, Hanson are set to perform a sold out, five-night run of live shows in New York, N.Y., where they'll play each of their albums in chronological order. Following those concerts are a handful of Bamboozle appearances and a US tour in support of the upcoming release, which kicks off on July 21. The dates for the tour will be revealed soon.

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Monday 05 April

By jodi

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All I knew from them is MMM BOP! They don't look like girls anymore!! They are all grown up! Fun song I guess.

Thursday 08 April

By Karina

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Love it! Hanson rules!!!

By avrilhanson21

LOVE THIS NEW SINGLE! Remember to Twitter about it!

Tuesday 06 April

By Suzette

The new single rocks!!!!!!! I cant wait for the album!!!!! :)

By Jennette

I can always count on Hanson to create the catchiest songs I've ever heard.
Can't wait to see the video and CANNOT wait till June 8th!

By Isadora

I LOVED THE SONG! It's perfect! \o/

BRAZIL LOVES HANSON!

By Michael

Not a fan of Hanson but the song has a good hook and I am a sucker for a big, fat sound with horns and an organ. I must admit, I like it!

By Sam

As always Taylor sounds amazing. Cant wait to see the video after all the stuff on the website. I really hope they do a coupld of shows in England this year - its been too long!!! LOVE THIS SONG!!

By Oh I dont know.

=] Reluctance to admit liking the songs from people who don't usually listen is amusing. But I adore this song, and I think if people are willing to give it a chance they'll realize its BANGIN', regardless of their previous opinions about the artists involved. So good for you to the ones who have already admitted they don't listen to the band but like the song. Way to be an independent thinker.

By Falon

HANSON is amazing! LOVE the new single!! It just makes me wanna get up and Dance!!

By Shari

I love the energy of the song and that it has lots of cowbell. Hanson never disappoints me with any of their music and new song is awesome.

By Bella

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I can't tell which brother is which but the song sounds great! It's nice to see Hanson still making music. Very different and refreshing. Perfect for summer time. Now who wants to tell me which one is Taylor?

By Christine

Taylor is the lead on this song, the rest join in on the chorus

And in the photo Taylor is in the middle.

OMG I love love LOVE it!!!!!

Seriously cannot wait for June 8th! If this song is any indication, it will be their best album YET. AMAZING!!!!

By Amina

Nice!

By Chelsea

I can't even begin to describe this song, i started listening to this song at 5:00pm and still listening to it and it's 7:05pm. I can't get enough, THIS SONG IS BEAST! Luv ya Hanson!

By Angela

Love! Can't wait for the new album, and am hoping that they will bring their tour to Australia.

By dolphins091999

Hanson has always been my favorite group and they always will be. They are the best ever!! I love them. Every song is so goood. There is no song that I dont like.

By melanie

ahh so excited i love it!

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