Arkose

Arkose

Nothing To Do With Me

Nothing To Do With Me

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Rachel Fryer

Rachel Fryer

February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026

Atlanta duo Arkose, made up of multi-instrumentalists Noah Sills and Tad Adams, deliver a sparkling moment with 'Nothing to Do With Me', which is the second half of a double release 'Attached Eyes / Nothing to Do With Me'. High school bandmates since 2012, their shared love of hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and classic rock shines through in the track’s intricate yet effortless layering. Opening with a catchy, almost Steve Lacy-esque melody and acid-jazz–inspired guitar licks, the song immediately hooks while hinting at the depth beneath. Arkose’s self-described 'Diamond Cut' approach -reflecting the band’s name, a sedimentary rock made up of smaller pieces - becomes clear: each element feels intentional, polished, and interconnected, yet still full of natural texture. It’s melodic, inventive, and subtly playful, a song that balances groove and sophistication. 'Nothing to Do With Me' confirms Arkose as a duo capable of fusing their wide-ranging influences into a sound that’s distinct, dynamic and rewarding to explore.