HAIM’s “Lost Track”: Daydreaming in Pop
“Lost Track” is an exploration of losing control and the silent reflection that comes with it. It’s a soothing pop number with a relatable message about being who you are. My first impression of the song was that it put me in a sort of trance. The unison of bells – my favorite sound in […]
Nilüfer Yanya’s “The Dealer”: A Much-Needed Wake-Up Call
When I first saw that I would be reviewing “The Dealer,” I remember wondering what was being dealt in the song. Would it be cards? Cars? Drugs? Plot twist – it’s a wake-up call. Nilüfer Yanya is dealing an ice-cold glass of honesty and self-reflection. Initially, I didn’t know what to expect from this song. […]
“There For You” by Quinton Brock: Indie Rock on the Boardwalk
When I first heard this song, I immediately thought that it would sound amazing on the beach. So I got in my car, drove to the beach, and put it on again. As I suspected, the added visuals took the listening experience to another level. “There For You” is the type of song you would […]
“Trouble” by Troye Sivan and Jay Som: Hope from an Unexpected Place
As soon as I heard the first few strums of the guitar, I knew “Trouble” was going to be the type of song that would pull at my heartstrings. I wasn’t wrong — it brings about feelings of angst, hope, love, and euphoria all in less than three-and-a-half minutes. My first note about the song […]
