This edition of LITM Pop Picks is multi-dimensional as it dabbles in country-fused R&B pop, dreamy bedroom pop, cinematic synth-pop and more. The list features artists Dax, Siggimusic, Liri Dais, and more.
Dax - Man I Used To Be
Soft guitar plucking starting off the track, ‘Man I Used To Be’ by Dax is a raw, vulnerable account of the trials that often come with being a human. The song is a blend of emotive rap and warm singing, making the track a dynamic one. R&B, alt-pop elements come together in the track and the vocals mirror the country style singing. The pace is kept laid-back and easy, which allows the rawness and the authenticity of the song to come through perfectly. Honest and unabashedly real, this song will make you feel utterly seen if you’ve found yourself in a similar place at some point.
Siggimusic - Funkylines
Pop-funk at its absolute best, ‘Funkylines’ by Siggimusic is a pure sonic treat. The composition is such that it allows you to fully immerse yourself into its soundscape. The layering of instruments and beats, and the occasional saxophone that comes in, helps create such a rich, lush sound texture that feels indulgent. The song is also a symbolic piece of art, as the song is also the namesake of Siggimusic’s upcoming clothing line. The lyrics thus hold a lot of references to the said clothing line. Multi-layered, sonically luscious, this song is sure to be an immediate favourite from the very first listen.
Liri Dais - Through the Night
A fast-paced guitar driven track, ‘Through the Night’ by Liri Dais is what yearning and longing would feel like if those feelings were turned into a song. Reflecting on a brief moment of connection that takes over you and consumes you entirely, the song with its expressive lyrics and highly emotive vocals, does complete justice to such a moment. Dais’ voice is powerful, emotional, and bold, as it conveys the weight of the feelings that were felt. Besides being extremely emotive, the song is also just as catchy, and it will surely have its hook in your mind right from the first listen.
RIOT SON - Loneliest at Best
Dreamy sound textures forming the song, ‘Loneliest at Best’ by RIOT SON, characterised by softness and warmth is sure to make its presence felt in your heart. Jangly guitars feature strongly on the track, which along with emo elements and post-punk tendencies, helps create a moody bedroom-pop atmosphere. A sense of nostalgia creeps up in the song, quite unexpectedly, and remains throughout the length of it. A longing for something that hasn’t come to pass yet lurks strongly in the track. Despite the sense of nostalgia, the song sounds very fresh. Emotional and undeniably catchy, this song absolutely deserves a place in your curated playlists.
Formoe - Always
Pulsating beats starting off the track, layered with soft synths and guitars, ‘Always’ by Formoe is dramatic in the best possible sense. The atmosphere of the song is rich and expansive, and you can’t help but imagine yourself in a music video as you listen to it. June Baltzersen’s emotionally drenched vocals give the song a theatrical, musical feel. Beautiful, choir-like harmonies come in the latter part of the song, giving it a dynamic feel. With many different elements from different genres, like cinematic, synth-pop, alt-pop, new-age, this song is a definite listening experience. Cinematic and deeply expressive, this song will snake its way into your heart and stay there.
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