This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you synth and texture heavy tracks, to pop-rock tracks that are about the wildest kind of love, and more. The list features artists Power Down, Ava Valianti, J Terrell, and more.
Power Down - Bag In Hand
Capturing the realities of love in the modern age, ‘Bag In Hand’ by Power Down is a song you will find yourself returning to. Brimming with vulnerability and honesty, the track doesn’t try to be subtle in its approach. The instrumentation is inspired by the cyberfunk soundscape, giving it a cold feel which reflects the trajectory of the love that the song captures. The music video is an anime style one, with great detailing, as it tells the story of one person in a relationship moving ahead in life while the other one contemplates and broods and finally it is too late to go after the other person. With a great video accompanying a great song, this one is a must listen and a must watch.
Ava Valianti - Deep Fuchsia
A bright guitar riff starting off the track, ‘Deep Fuchsia’ by Ava Valianti will have you under its spell undoubtedly. The instrumentation takes on a soft rock sound, bringing in sultry key changes every now and then. The song is about love that does not hold back, the untamed kind, and the instrumentation perfectly captures that essence and feel. Valianti’s vocals are an absolute treat to witness, as they constantly move and stay dynamic, not letting monotony set in. The shifts and transitions in the song aren’t sudden but are still surprising, which allows the song to flow beautifully. There is no way that you won’t be devoted to this song in the brilliance that it is.
J Terrell - Over the Moon
Drawing you into its deeply calming and chill soundscapes, ‘Over the Moon’ by J Terrell is the perfect kind of song to unwind to after a long day. The song takes on lo-fi sound textures, which contributes to the calming, relaxing effect that the song has. The soft notes of the violin in the background add beautiful textures to the overall instrumentation. The layered vocals also are a great addition and help further the floaty, airy feeling of the song. If this kind of music is your jam, then you absolutely should not miss out on this one, for this is truly a catch.
SEBASTIAN RYDGREN - how i wanna die
Capturing the pop sound of the 2020s, ‘how i wanna die’ by SEBASTIAN RYDGREN is passionate with an unmatchable groove, and is everything that makes a chart topper. The instrumentation is upbeat while mellow, maintaining a beautiful balance and creating the perfect kind of love song. The song is multi-layered, bringing in multiple textures that blend together seamlessly. Lyrically, the song captures the sort of love that you know you simply can’t live without, and the vocals, with their emotiveness, do complete justice to the emotions. The song might remind you of some solo Nick Jonas discography. A modern pop song with achingly beautiful depth is hard to come by, so do not miss this one.
Laum - Without u
With hypnotic synths starting off the track, ‘Without u’ by Laum feels a slow free fall through a tunnel of mellow lights. The song captures a modern indie-pop sound, featuring echoey vocals, short note synths and more. The percussion in the song is one of the most interesting segments of the instrumentation, as it constantly shape shifts and does not stay conventional. The song works through layers that add on to create a dense sound or peels the layers to create an airy, void like sound. This song is a great choice to widen your musical palate and be introduced to music that does not try to fit the conventions.
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