This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you groovy R&B tracks, supremely emotive pop-track tracks, and more. The list features artists Milyam, Headbase, Frederick James, and more.
Milyam - Intimacy
Smooth like velvet and dripping in allure, ‘Intimacy’ by Milyam will have you utterly intoxicated to its whispery vocals, its grooves and rhythms. The instrumentation is a blend of R&B and modern day electro-pop, giving the song both a dancefloor energy while giving it a sort of laid back sensual rhythm. Milyam’s vocals are sweet and oh so magnetic at the same time, as they employ a whispery tone to convey the ideas that make up the song. If you are into dark, alluring tracks that make you feel bold and powerful, then you must absolutely give this song a solid listen. We promise you that you will come back for more.
Headbase - It Must Be Hard To Be a God
Built from a keen observation of the world and everything that happens in it, ‘It Must Be Hard To Be a God’ by Headbase will obviously have you listening to its themes, but it will also have you hooked to its grooves. The song employs groovy basslines to form the foundation of the track, and then layers them with broody, enigmatic synths. The song will make you think of Depeche Mode, owing to similar dark synths and moods. Lyrically, the song is a sharp commentary on the current nature of the world and its people, where most are selfish and only looking out for themselves.
Frederick James - Under The Clocks
Starting off with a powerful, evocative guitar riff, ‘Under The Clocks’ by Frederick James will remind you of the pop-rock tracks of the early 2000s that did not shy away from being loud on emotions. The instrumentation is lush, keeping true to the 2000s style, with continuous emotive guitars, steadying drum patterns that aren't thunderous but still manage to evoke power. James’ vocals are dripping with emotion and honesty, and do not attempt any subtlety at its expression, which comes through splendidly. The song might remind you of bands like Lifehouse and The Fray, owing to similar styles employed in their musicality.
Daniel Higley feat. marin - Gatekeepers
Starting off in a way that makes you feel like you are transcending to a dreamy, ethereal world, ‘Gatekeepers’ by Daniel Higley featuring marin will captivate you with its soft yet powerful rhythms. The instrumentation uses drum patterns that do not overwhelm the overall sound of the track, but instead it ground the song in a gentle manner. The guitar work in the song is exquisite, soaring and falling, and driving the song’s emotionality. The vocals in the song are otherworldly, and feel like transcendence. A song that employs genre blending beautifully, you absolutely should give this one a listen.
Mat Elliott - Out of Your Hands
With funky basslines and groovy synths characterising the track, ‘Out of Your Hands’ by Mat Elliott will have you swaying and moving in no time. The instrumentation is simple yet beautifully intricate. The intricacy comes through in the way the layers have been intelligently put together. The synths in the song employ different personalities and offer the song such a dynamic sound. The steady percussion in the song gives the best kind of rhythm and groove. Elliot’s playful vocals alongside the funky beats, will have you singing along with him. Give this song a listen, and you’ll find yourself thoroughly enjoying this sonic experience.
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