This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you warm acoustic pop, retro synthpop, and more. The list features artists Cas the Don, Stephe Wicks, The Bergamot and more.
Cas the Don - SOUL
Driven by a 80s and 90s synthpop style sound, ‘SOUL’ by Cas the Don balances itself perfectly on the groove and funk scale. The song, aside from its distinct indie-pop sound, also is influenced by hip-hop elements, especially with regards to rap. The textures in the song are amazingly done, as they provide a hypnotic sound while pushing you to move your body along to its magnetic, intoxicating rhythms. The convergence of the vocal styles in the song – of singing and of rap – give the song an interesting direction. WIth all its unique undertakings, this song is definitely worth a listen.
Stephe Wicks - The Doomsday Clock (85 Seconds to Midnight)
A song that becomes highly relevant in today’s time if you peel its metaphors, ‘The Doomsday Clock (85 Seconds to Midnight)’ by Stephe Wicks is an extremely thought-provoking and powerful track. The song leans towards a cinematic rock sound in terms of its soundscape, and brings in tones of danger, mystery, intrigue, and thrill together. Lyrically, the song echoes a time when humans, blind to their doings, inch closer and closer to their own destruction. Stephe’s vocals are the kind that have that sound of wisdom and knowledge, the kind that demands your attention. A thematically important song and a musically epic one, this song deserves many listens.
The Bergamot - Tides
With gentle, dream-like piano notes starting off the track, ‘Tides’ by The Bergamot is a musically transcendental piece of art. The song uses a simple but greatly effective amalgamation of sounds, as it brings tender piano progressions, basslines, soft percussions, and electronic beats to create a timeless sound. The strength of the song lies in its restraint and its carefully arranged gentility. The vocal harmonisations are out of this world and will make you want to pause whatever you are doing, close your eyes, and fully give into the song. Lyrically, the song is one that will have you reaching for the tissues, as it captures the experience of noticing someone you loved turn into a stranger.
Amarah - Invisible Light
Woven with a sound that seeps deep into your heart and mind, ‘Invisible Light’ by Amarah announces itself, not in a pompous manner, but in a manner driven by softness that lingers long after the last note has played out. The song approaches an atmospheric sound, with expansive, floaty electronic beats, grounding percussion patterns, and similar layers. The song plays around with changing paces, which are not sudden but are woven into the song in a manner that feels natural. Lyrically, the song is one of hope and belief in one’s own abilities, strength and spark, and it will help you realise the same in yourself.
Dan Fraser - Suppose I Could
A delicately arranged guitar riff starting off the track, ‘Suppose I Could’ by Dan Fraser is the kind of song that makes you want to grab your special someone and dance around in the kitchen. The instrumentation of the track is one steeped in gentleness, as it weaves itself with beautiful guitar layers, and a beautifully spaced out percussion pattern, and a light bassline. Dan’s vocals are brimming with a kind of vulnerability that is hard to come by, and they reach into your heart and pull at your heartstrings. A delicately beautiful song, this one absolutely deserves a spot in your playlist.
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