In this edition of LITM Pop Picks, we curate exquisite releases from artists Yodashe, Melina Hazewood, Toby Tesla, Child of SP, and Leanne Gallati.
Yodashe - CHRYSALID
London-based independent artist and producer, Yodashe, takes you into other-worldy enigmatic sonic realms with an ethos rooted in experimentalism and avant-garde construction. The music is a fiercely authentic, boldly explorative arrangement of melodies, textures, and tones that shape-shift into hauntingly beautiful, hypnotic, and expansive forms. CHRYSALID carries this quality, an ethereal, eerie, and mystical feeling defines the musical atmosphere, and the rhythms, sounds, and vocals are of a kind you’ve never heard before. It all comes together seamlessly, be it the metallic synths, the lush ghostly vocals, or the pulsing rhythms. The sharp, emphatic, and warbling feel of the vocals brings in a sense of emotional elevation and heightened attention that keeps you glued to the sound. The music is the kind of unconventional that leaves you utterly fascinated and enthralled. Listen to CHRYSALID by Yodashe here!
Melina Hazewood - Simple Desire
English-French young musician, singer-songwriter Melina Hazewood arrests your attention with her captivating voice and sublime soundscape. Simple Desire celebrates the power in minimalism, the beauty in the pristine, and the radiance in softness, through the musical backdrop. Stitched together through reflective piano chords, warm guitar strums, and gentle percussion, the soundscape forms a soothing yet stirring tapestry of melodies. In the tenderness and joy of the music, you can feel the lyrics come alive. Melina Hazewood’s voice, mellifluous and sincere, fills every word with emotion and decorates the soundscape with moving melodies that echo a sense of bliss, love, and contentment into the musical landscape. Simple Desire will reach for your heart effortlessly and in no time. Listen to Simple Desire by Melina Hazewood here!
Toby Tesla - DRIVEWAY
Arizona-based artist Toby Tesla fuses RnB, hip-hop, lo-fi styles to bring an intoxicatingly smooth and suave sound that will stick to your ears. DRIVEWAY blurs the boundaries of genres, bringing a sound that is addictive, fresh, and groovy. Plush synth drones punctuate the music with an earworm melody, and Toby Tesla’s charismatic, velvety vocals rest atop the cushiony backdrop. Existing somewhere between melodic rap and pop aesthetics, the vocals are the star of the show. Trap hop beats anchor the music to a pulsing rhythm. Toby Tesla crafts a sound that is modern and infectious, both in terms of emotion and sound, that instantly impresses and intrigues. Fans of Drake, Travis Scott will surely enjoy Toby Tesla’s releases. Listen to DRIVEWAY by Toby Tesla here!
Child of SP - Issues
Lisbon-based singer/MC/songwriter, Child of SP transports you to the dark RnB, dark pop worlds of his music. Issues, the latest release is one such song that dives deep into the murkier corners of our psyche with a dreamy, luminous sonic aesthetic. The heartbeat of the sound, a bass-driven, thumping rhythm sets a slow and heavy mood, one simmering with dark and profound emotions. The impassioned yet delicate vocals flow smooth as velvet over the soundscape, forming mesmerizing melodies and bold expressions. The emotive vocal chops and echoes coupled with the undulating guitar tunes forms an alluring background. Subtle qualities in the production, like the sparseness of the sound and the soft power in the vocals showcases the deep well of talent and skill that Child of SP possesses and employs in each of the compositions. Listen to Issues by Child of SP here!
Leanne Gallati - Party For One
Experience invigorating pop rock atmospheres in Leanne Gallati’s soundscapes. Party For One is high on sass, energy and self-love. A song about prioritizing one’s own needs and enjoying life by ourselves, Party For One immediately lifts your spirit and gives you a boost of confidence. The instrumentation is rich and spirited, with bright guitar riffs, funky basslines, and pumping drums. The swelling and falling horns sections adds more fun and drama to the sound, making it all the more interesting and exciting. Leanne Gallati’s free and charismatic vocals shine vividly, adorning the soundscape with catchy tunes, empowering lyrics, and just a highly infectious attitude of being carefree, confident, and happy. Party For One will become an instant favorite and linger in your mind long after the last notes fade. Listen to Party For One by Leanne Gallati here!
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