The new style release is geared more around the swing that creates it...either you do or you try...if you're trying, it's not natural, ie if you learned the game with a contemporary style it becomes very difficult to understand and/or accomplish
I actually work with a few guys that are working on some changes and it's difficult...and very individual
You can make changes with the grip to help facilitate a softer hand and/or release but it's a feel thing...to some feeling less confuses or perplexes them