Diving into retro dance tunes to songs that feel like taking off a heavy coat, this edition of LITM Pop Picks has something for every mood. The list features artists Frank Joshua, Abbey Anderson, Myles Christian, and more.
Frank Joshua - Melanie Klein
A peek into what modern relationships look like, ‘Melanie Klein’ by Frank Joshua is a beautiful piano-driven ballad that you’ll find yourself listening to with a wistful smile on your face. Carried by gentle mellow piano playing, with the occasional harmonica, the song will call you to immerse yourself in it. Joshua’s airy vocals give off a warm, cozy feeling, as they touch upon the intricacies in a relationship when the love is no longer new and shiny. The song is grand in its simplicity, with its steadiness blended with truth and vulnerability, and is one you should listen to by yourself on a quiet evening.
Abbey Anderson - Butterflies
A warm, heartfelt track, Abbey Anderson’s ‘Butterflies’ recounts the experience of finding yourself falling for someone and ardently hoping they feel the same as you. Starting off gently and then gradually building on the instrumentation, the song is a breezy pop track, with simple, relatable lyrics that will make its way to your heart. With all the qualities that make a summer song, this track, true to its name will give you all the flutters. You might notice similarities between this track and Clairo’s music. Give this one a listen and allow it to take you back to the days where you found yourself falling hard and fast for that someone.
Myles Christian - Gimme That
A song meant for repeat plays on the dancefloors, ‘Gimme That’ by Myles Christian with its smoothness will have you completely hooked to its energy. The song has a 2010s pop energy, and builds on that with the swagger it holds. The song has light flowy synths, consistent percussion that keeps it groovy, and edited vocals which fit perfectly in the song’s overall weave. The chorus is simply so catchy that you can’t help but keep returning to it. The song with its accessible energy will have just about anyone nodding to the beats or full on up and moving.
L'ESPIRAL - Cassiopeia (Nuovo Testamento Remix)
Sensual and groovy, ‘Cassiopeia - Nuovo Testamento Remix’ by L'ESPIRAL is sure to get the happy hormones surging through your body. The song is nostalgic yet relevant to the present day, with its retro beats polished with modern charm. Brimming with energy, the song has great potential to become a club favourite easily. There is also a certain trance-like vibe evoked by the track, making the song an interesting blend of energies. The vocals with its slightly sultry energy give the song a unique texture that sticks to your senses. If you’re looking for something different than what the charts play today, you should listen to this one.
Anjalts - Dim the Lights
Drawing you into its unique soundscape, ‘Dim the Lights’ by Anjalts will feel like a soothing balm to your senses. Bringing together soft synths, gentle caustic guitars, thumping beats, and warm layered vocals, the song feels expansive and atmospheric. True to its lyrics, the song will absolutely make you want to slow dance under dim lights as you put away the stresses of the day. The song with its simple production, gentle vocals, really upholds the artist’s vision regarding it. This is a song meant to be played as you kick away your shoes and settle in for a quiet night in, and you should absolutely give that a try.
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