This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you shimmering synthpop tracks, fierce, power driven pop, and songs that reflect the experience of new love. The list features artists Son Mieux, Royal Drue, and Lisa Jo.
Son Mieux - It’s Only Love
A bright, exhilarating burst of energy right from the first beat, ‘It’s Only Love’ by Son Mieux takes you back to the good old days of synthpop. Beautifully layered synth beats characterise the track, and the arrangement is very evidently influenced by 80s synthpop sound. A steady, driving percussion underlies the track, giving it that perfect kind of groove that you can’t help but move to. Sonically, the instrumentation and lyrics mirror the feeling of the rush of new love that makes you stop in your tracks, asks you to tear down your guard, and the world seems brighter and better just because you have their hand in yours.
Royal Drue - Katy
A gritty guitar riff starting off the track, ‘Katy’ by Royal Drue will have you stop whatever you are doing and pay attention to its artistry. Capturing the sound of the 2010s pop and pop-rock sound, this song is pure intoxication. Energetic guitars and drums come together to complement the vulnerable, chaotic themes of the song that reflect youthful love that is characterised by the other person not knowing that you love them. The background harmonisations and the conversational additions in the song give the song a very theatrical yet intimate feel. The song’s musicality sees a clear influence of 2010s Katy Perry and The 1975 and also a slight Chappell Roan influence.
Lisa Jo - Whisper Voices of Rebellion
Starting off with silk-like vocals and a guitar play to complement that silkiness, ‘Whisper Voices of Rebellion’ by Lisa Jo is confidence, boldness moulded in music that is an embodiment of power and defiance. A rounding bassline drives the instrumentation of the song which takes influence from a jazz-pop tradition, and a slight gospel tradition as well. The lyrics are the face of power, resilience, and perseverance in the face of every predicament and obstacle. The vocals are simple, stunning, sharp, fierce and house the kind of power that stems from a life lived, a life of trials and tribulations.
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