In this edition of LITM Pop Picks, we bring the choicest of pop tunes from Anna Salman, and more!
Anna Salman - “Summer”
Anna Salman, the Pakistani singer-songwriter, enchants audiences with her narrative-driven pop, weaving tales of longing and reflection, catapulting to fame with her mesmerizing rendition on Nescafe Basement. On her latest single, “Summer”, she takes us through a soulful journey filled with her delicate vocals, and the gentle shimmer of the guitars in the background, keeping us company while she delivers messages of introspection and self-discovery. As the drums kick in, they soon settle into an idyllic, steady pace, and the energy is overall excellently controlled. With a warm, inviting sound, this track is sure to charm and elicit a second listen. Check out the track here:
DeCC - “what’s love to you?”
With a distinct vocal timbre and a style of his own when it comes to writing melodic progressions, singer-songwriter DeCC charms us on his latest single, “what’s love to you?” With a dreamy, look-up-at-the-sky theme to the songwriting and the arrangement, the whole song is sure to have the listener in a slow, graceful shuffle, swaying to the tune of the pianos, while their heart sings in tandem with the positively brilliant vocals. Put this in a production that’s delightfully minimalistic, and you have raw emotive power that doesn’t shy away for a single minute. Check out the track here:
Christoph Tallerico - “Move Out”
Christoph Tallerico, a master of indie and bedroom pop fusion, channels the likes of Imogen Heap and The 1975 into intricate, emotive soundscapes. With five albums since 2019, he's a true auteur, handling every aspect of his craft, from writing and recording to visuals. His latest single, “Move Out”, delves deep into personal narratives entwined with universal emotions. With a straight-to-the-point narrative and production to suit, this song is a heartfelt rendition of emotion coming straight from the artist to our speakers, and there’s a certain beauty to the rawness. There’s also much to appreciate about the sound design, and all in all, this is a rewarding, warm listen to start your day with; check out the track here!
Odd Blossom - “Giving Up You Now”
Meet Odd Blossom, the brainchild of producers Kevin and Jake. Their melodic bass pop fusion marries their distinct styles, crafting a thematic blend of emotive melodies, captivating hooks, and a subtle edge that resonates with the soul. Their latest single, “Giving Up You Now” is a delightful melodic bass track filled with everything that makes a melodic bass number good— infectious hooks, expansive refrain sections, and sweet buildups that strike you just right. The production is the standout here, with excellent energy through the buildups and drops, and the vocals hold strong, as Odd Blossom strike gold with this track. Check it out here!
Brennyboombox - “unhinged”
BRENNYBOOMBOX rises from the ashes like a phoenix following his discovery by the #freebritney movement. Now, refocused and recharged, he's back in the studio, proving there's still plenty of BOOM left in his box— and on his latest single, “unhinged”, throws everything he has at it. Every bit of this track is festive and energetic; from the positively infectious energy of the shuffle London house sound, to the sweet vocals and vocal layers on the track; from the sound design to the mix and master, he checks every single box to make sure “unhinged” is the kind of track you keep revisiting time and again. Check out the track here:
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