From powerful ballad-esque pieces to unique experimental ones, this edition of LITM Pop Picks has got you covered. Featuring artists - Tonje Gravningsmyhr, Kaitlin Corbett Jones, Filter, Baileigh Jane, and C Sid.
1. Tonje Gravningsmyhr – Nightwalk
Norwegian singer-songwriter Tonje Gravningsmyhr has just released a hauntingly gripping track, ‘Nightwalk,’ featuring whispery tones and eclectic arrangements. The composition relies on the translucence of each layer to create fresh, dewy arrangements with cool morning palettes and shimmery final touches of synth. The use of soft, breathy vocals against a backdrop of mild atmospheric haze and viscous synth chord formations works well to form the shifting landscapes of the song, where each instrumental layer synergizes underneath. All in all, a solid electropop track!
2. Kaitlin Corbett Jones – Make The World Stand Still
Kaitlin Corbett Jones’s latest track really does ‘Make the World Stand Still’ with its sweeping choruses and eclectic arrangement. The song shifts from soft and atmospheric to bold and electric, driven by visceral, powerful vocals, warm, soulful instrumentation, and blanket-hugging lyrics. It’s one of those tracks you’d find yourself soloing your heart out to, Taylor Swift-style, in your bedroom. The scale changes in the bridge elevate the experience, contributing to the emotionality of the track rather than just being a cool technique—a feeling further amplified by Jones’s vocal throws. If you’re looking for an emotional pop track, this is well worth checking out.
3. Filter – One
If you’re looking for a hypnotic synthwave track, look no further than Filter’s latest release, ‘One’. The track moves and bends from serene synth movements to big, blocky, and crunchy territories without changing pace, drawing the listener deeper with each note. The vocals are delicately placed and the harmonies even more so, giving a shiny, glassy feel to the soundscape while the production carefully navigates the shifting textures. As these shifts occur, the notes take on a darker hue and a richer grit. The lyric “feeling endless without time” perfectly encapsulates the vibe.
4. Baileigh Jane – Biggest Regret
A funky track from an equally funky artist, ‘Biggest Regret’ pulls from various genres—including jazz and electronica—to create a unique sonic profile. The track maintains an experimental mix of instrumental riffs and frills, featuring a groovy bassline, clinky guitar hooks, and buzzing synths. The vocals have a uniquely buttery timbre, giving the track a lightness that balances the busier instrumentation. The song avoids a formulaic arrangement, allowing organic rhythmic shifts and unexpected vocal moments to weave a story. Overall, it’s a fun, entertaining piece.
5. C Sid – The Mother Queen
A perfect way to end the list, C Sid’s latest energy-packed track is giving ‘Mother’ with its self-aware lyrics, powerful vocals, and sizzling electronica. The synth-heavy arrangement feels like electropop meets the female gaze, both in its structure and delivery, reaching peak ‘divine feminine’ authority as the vocalist sings “I am the mother queen.” The track is upbeat, passionate, and infectious; the singer adopts a tone of absolute self-confidence backed by instrumentation that matches her energy. The bass and drum beats hit hard, while the synths and background vocals provide the necessary push to elevate the setting.
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