Shout-Out to York Calling for 'Out of Office' Review
- Apr 29, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Jan 23
The singalong catharsis in Mending Stars' "Out of Office" really shines through in this discovery piece from York Calling . . it positions the track as right on trend while staying deeply relatable.
Full review here: Discovery: Mending Stars checks out in relatable new single on York Calling (link)
Two lines that really stood out:
"Expressive vocals deliver relatable lyrics that speak of getting out of the daily grind. A soaring, cathartic chorus lets go of all the stress. It’s a singalong one."
And the artist quote they highlight:
“I wrote ‘Out of Office’ as a reminder that taking care of your peace isn’t selfish — it’s survival... It’s a reminder that it’s okay to stop before you fall apart.”
What I appreciated most was the review's focus on the song's blend of rock undercurrent and pop polish, with expressive vocals and a soaring chorus that turns burnout into release. It calls the message empowering and on-trend (nodding to Gracie Abrams and Tate McRae vibes), making self-care feel accessible and necessary rather than indulgent. This relatable new single captures that singalong catharsis perfectly for anyone needing a break from the grind.
Huge thank you to York Calling and Graeme Smith for this enthusiastic and spot-on Out of Office review. It adds another relatable angle to why the track connects so widely. Go read the full piece and crank the chorus (it's built for singing along)!
'Out of Office' by Mending Stars