Devious Never Lets the Groove Sit Still

Andrew Rathbone’s latest single turns flirtation into friction. Built with Q*Bensis and The Guanz, “Devious” leans into modern funk, pop sheen, and R&B swagger while keeping a sly, uneasy edge

“Devious” is listed as Riverside California rock artist ,Andrew Rathbone, latest 2026 single after a run that includes “Not Meant For Loving,” “Leave You Alone,” and “Shining Light.” I hear “Devious” as Andrew Rathbone’s sharpest pivot yet. A song that knows exactly how to make a bassline do the emotional work.

What grabs me is the tension between polish and unease. Groove-heavy pop/R&B built on a hypnotic bass line, modern funk DNA and late-’70s influence. I hear that in the way the song seems to smile while the lyric sketches manipulation, temptation, and nightlife power games.

Rathbone’s hook, “she’s so damn devious,” gives the track its bite! It lands like a grin that might not be safe to trust. "Devious" stays lean, slick, and a little dangerous, which is exactly what makes it stick.

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