In this edition of LITM Pop Picks we curate a mesmerising mix of releases that create dreamy worlds full of bright melodies, synth flourishes, and lively beats from artists Princess Liv, Kid Lightbulbs, The Domi, Xenia, and pink cloud.
Princess Liv - On The Line
Princess Liv creates a dazzling, dreamy soundscape in On The Line. Tinged with melancholy, desires, and love the music emotes with ease and feels smooth like velvet. A slow-pulsing beat thumps with warm basslines and funk-soaked guitar notes. This whimsical, luminous sound is accentuated by a retro synth ambiance and the singer’s captivating vocals. The voice, commanding and rich, utters each word with melodic grace and passion, engulfing you in the feelings it evokes. The melodies also have a potent addictive quality, playing in your mind long after the last notes have ended. The soundscape is plush and pristine, with harmonies, synth spreads elevating the wistful yet dream-like mood. Listen to On The Line by Princess Liv here!
Kid Lightbulbs - ritual (i never want to end this)
Massachusetts-based songwriter, producer, and performer Brandon Lucas Green is the brains behind the musical banner Kid Lightbulbs. Known for his genre-fusing soundscapes with a broad range of influences, including pop punk, alt rock, and classical music he makes music that delves deep into the human experience, emotions, and connections. In ritual (i never want to end this) he creates an expansive, lush, and immersive sound that pulls you in with an inescapable grip. The rhythm, a steady pulse of metallic beats flows slowly, followed by the reverb-soaked and reflective guitar melodies, rich piano tunes, blooming synth textures, and more exquisite sonic elements. His voice, a beacon of melody and emotion guides you through the vastness and radiance of the sound. It is an intriguing and deeply moving song. Listen to ritual (i never want to end this) by Kid Lightbulbs here!
The Domi - It’s a New Day
The Domi brings a bouncy, relaxed feel in latest release It’s a New Day. An indie-pop, rock and funk blend, this song will have you grooving and singing along in no time. A breezy, upbeat rhythm starts the song to a lively start. As noodly basslines, warbling guitar motifs, and synth ambiance sets in, the song truly comes alive with emotion and energy. The vocals are at the heart of this track, filling the music with meaning and character. The singer performs with a certain nonchalance and levity, exploring serious themes of self-identity, purpose and hope with a lightness that makes it easy to relate and absorb. Be it the main vocals or the harmonies, the sound has an infectious energy and positivity that immediately permeates your being. The Domi has gifted all of us a gem, one to cherish and experience whenever we need that boost of confidence and joy. Listen to It’s a New Day by The Domi here!
Xenia - SUNSHINE IN JULY
Chill pop sensation Xenia mesmerises with her voice and dreamy soundscapes. SUNSHINE IN JULY has a golden ambiance and feels like all things beautiful- love, joy, and connection. The song is an ode to captivating romances, the kind that is unforgettable, the ones that always live in your heart. A lively electronic beat anchors the music to a galloping rhythm, while synth spreads douse the soundscape in a sunny, glowing haze. Bright guitar notes embellish the sound in their glistening vibrancy. Xenia’s smooth and soft vocals infuse the music with sensual, love-soaked, and passionate words delivered with grace and sincerity. The music, although soothing, is also spirited, and will get you searching through your memories, reminiscing about lovers while completely immersed in the soundscape. Listen to SUNSHINE IN JULY by Xenia here!
pink cloud - Cut & Run
pink cloud is Jake Poll’s dream pop project. Cut & Run is pink cloud’s first release and sees the artist enter the scene with a vivid and vast soundscape. The multi instrumentalist conjures a lush, whimsical sonic realm that is made of sprawling synth spreads, glowing guitar melodies, and airy rhythms. The striking feature is the distinctive vocal performance, a defiant stance against melody and a bold embrace of outcries and impassioned declarations, that is at the core of this soundscape. The music has a dream-like almost surreal feeling to it, with familiar textures and experimental elements, woven together into one cohesive and unique design. Cut & Run lets you lose yourself in the sounds and yet jolts you awake with the sharpness of the vocals, it feels almost purposeful, like the abstract yet realness of a dream. pink cloud’s ability to bring out these nuances and create such experiences gives us a glimpse of what’s in store for the upcoming artist. Listen to Cut & Run by pink cloud here!
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