In LITM Pop Picks this week, we curate refreshing pop releases from artists Benjamin Race, Matt Wright, Jacøb, Agata Karczewska, and Devin Sunshine.
Benjamin Race - Memories
Neo-soul producer Benjamin Race revives the glamour and glitz of 80s music in the latest track titled Memories. You get a taste of everything, a bit of soul, funk, R&B, and pop, all coming together seamlessly in a delectable mix of genres. The song charms your senses with smooth instrumentation and the passionate vocals of famed R&B singer Donna Odain. The production, a neat star-studded sonic show, ensures that every element has its moment to shine, be it the blooming synth melodies, plucky guitar motifs, warm and funky basslines, or the silky saxophone solos. The percussion’s slow groove is infectious and gets you dancing in no time. In Memories, Benjamin Race displays a deep understanding of music and draws inspiration from the brilliance of artists like David Foster and Quincy Jones. Listen now!
Matt Wright - Heartbreaker
Matt Wright brings us a scintillating pop/dance soundscape in Heartbreaker. With years of experience and evolution in music, he blends the vibrancy of pop and the bounce of dance music with a unique and refined style in this track. He taps into his own experience with bad romance and does not shy away from exposing dark temptations and honest reflections through gripping songwriting. The musical backdrop is rich and vivid with multiple textures of radiant synth tunes, pulsing basslines, and catchy electronic beats. Matt’s voice, expressive and fierce, adds dynamism to the music. It embodies the intense attraction and frustration of the heartbroken lover in the lyrics. Listen now!
Jacøb - Secrets
Norway-based up-and-coming artist Jacøb crafts a pop sensation in Secrets. Reminiscent of sounds from artists Lauv, Charlie Puth, and Justin Bieber, Jacøb has a passionate musicality that can be defined by its emotional quotients and textural variety. A shimmery blend of pop, dance-pop, and R&B, Secrets glows in hues of synth melodies, trap beats, and vocal theatrics. Jacøb’s voice, donning layers of harmonies and coated in reverb, is the star of the show. Scaling the highs and lows of each melody, his voice breathes life into the lyrics, animating each word with emotion. The music encapsulates the restlessness, longings, and dilemmas of a captivating romance detailed in the lyrics. Listen now!
Agata Karczewska - Dark Horse
Agata Karczewska, a singer-songwriter from Warsaw, Poland channels the musical styles of Elliott Smith and Bob Dylan in her latest single Dark Horse. A riveting fusion of American folk and country music, she crafts a contemplative yet soothing tone in Dark Horse. The track has a stripped-back acoustic feel, with reverberating guitar riffs, warm acoustic strums, and the gentle sway of the drums. Agata’s voice commands your attention with its mature and heavy quality, yet floats atop the music freely, like clouds in the sky. Oscillating in tonality between impassioned and calm, her voice adds color to the somber musical backdrop. Her songwriting is imaginative yet grounded, spinning stories that are relatable and soul-stirring. Listen now!
Devin Sunshine - NEW B!TCH
California-based singer, rapper, and producer Devin Sunshine serves an intoxicating shot of confidence and charisma in NEW B!TCH. She keeps it real and relatable with her impressive lyricism, preaching self-growth, prosperity, and positivity with unfading passion. With a rhythm-focused production, the thumping beats drive the sound forward without overpowering the slick looping melody in the background. There’s a lightness and groove to the music which lifts your mood, and then there’s Devin’s vocal performance which takes it up a notch. Smoothly gliding across melody and rap, Devin conquers each word with conviction and character. If you’re a fan of Doja Cat, Ariana Grande, or SZA, you’ll surely enjoy this track and don’t forget to stay on the lookout for Devin Sunshine’s music. Listen now!
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