This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you the dancefloor energies to interesting love songs that stray from the conventional sound, and much more. The list features artists Miss Configure, Hachajah, Hidden Shores, and more.
Miss Configure - Spoiler Alert
A dancefloor energy coming at you full force at the very beginning, ‘Spoiler Alert’ by Miss Configure blends retrospective, bold lyricism with an unimaginably great groove. The instrumentation is largely electronic pop, making it a typical piece of electronic music of the 2020s. The vocals in the track are full of skill and dynamicity, bringing in singing and rap sections, and both are equally amazing. The instrumental section towards the end is simply mindblowing. The track might remind you of Lady Gaga, Alan Walker’s compositions, to name a few. If you are into EDM or electronic pop, then you should absolutely give this song a good listen.
Hachajah - Mind Gag
With an unbelievably unique soundscape inviting you to the track, ‘Mind Gag’ by Hachajah will truly have you mind gagged. The song starts off with hypnotic, otherworldly vocal riffs, which set the tone for the rest of the song. The many different layers in the song – so distinct and yet blending together wonderfully – bring amazing textures to the song. The song easily deserves many listens, and you will find yourself finding out something new about the song with every listen. A song that will have you coming back to it many, many times, you will be under its spell undoubtedly and very willingly.
Hidden Shores - No-one Lives Forever
With hauntingly beautiful synths opening up the song, ‘No-one Lives Forever’ by Hidden Shores is here to surprise you in a way you will not anticipate. After the haunting start, the song quickly takes on a bright sound, with the saxophone coming in bringing great textures to the soundscape. The song’s elements are quite reverb drenched, giving the song a sort of reflective, laid back feeling, making it perfect for evening drives. The vocals, in contrast to the instrumentation, remain with the hauntingly beautiful sound of the opening section. If soft, reverb laden tracks with great instrumentation is your vibe, you are sure to enjoy this track.
Franco K - BLAME
A laid back, easy-going guitar riff starting off the track, ‘BLAME’ by Franco K is sure to have you under its spell with infectious rhythms and grooves. The groove of the track is laid-back but extremely magnetic, leaving an impression on your mind within the first few seconds. The vocal delivery also perfectly reflects the vibe the instrumentation seems to be going for. The reverb drenched guitar section towards the end is like a cherry on top of the already magnificently arranged track. The track very much echoes the pop scene of the 2020s, and might remind you of Justin Bieber’s recent works.
LunaRover - Little Things
With a very heavy dystopic sound starting off the track, ‘Little Things’ by LunaRover feels like a brilliantly produced paradox in terms of sound and themes. The instrumentation is very cyberpunk influenced, with radio static sound elements, but towards the end it lightens up, making you feel like you are entering a mellow void. Thematically, the song surrounds the idea of love and how the little things in its process end up mattering the most. Interesting through and through, in terms of sound and concept, this song deserves a sure listen if you are on the lookout for something new and exciting.
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