In this edition of LITM Pop Picks, experience sonic brilliance from artists Maddy Carty, Lexi Berg, Maxie Melpomene, Tara Van, and Jordan Duffy.
Maddy Carty - Old Hands
London-based singer-songwriter, Maddy Carty crafts a soulful soundscape in Old Hands. Her powerful and poignant lyricism is brought to life through a commanding vocal performance and an equally absorbing instrumentation. The music is tender and emotive. A gentle percussion anchors the music to a slow and comforting rhythm. Swelling melodies and lush atmospherics flourish in the backdrop increasing the emotional resonance and spatial depth of the music. Her voice, radiant and full, like a beacon, guides you through the soundscape with sincere, stirring melodies. Her vocal prowess and poise is impressive, reflecting a high level of artistic sophistication and creativity. Old Hands is yet another striking release from Maddy Carty. Listen here!
Lexi Berg - Bermuda Triangle
From the bustling London music scene comes Lexi Berg, an exceptional Swedish-American singer-songwriter. Her songs are shaped by heartfelt themes, captivating melodies, and a distinctly rich vocal texture. Her latest release, Bermuda Triangle, delves into feelings of being lost, disconnected, and alone through a somber yet stirring soundscape. The stripped-back arrangement—with just the luminous piano chords and reverb-soaked vocals—creates a haunting, expansive atmosphere that grips your senses. Her raw, emotionally-charged vocals deliver affecting melodies with graceful intensity, building toward a crescendo that lifts the music to majestic heights. The song leaves you utterly spell bound and moved to the core. Bermuda Triangle is a masterpiece from Lexi Berg. Listen here!
Maxie Melpomene - Silent Waters Run Deep
Plunge into the emotional depths of Maxie Melpomene’s soundscape, inspired by personal stories of love, loss, fear and growth. Her indie-soul-pop sound gives the music an intimate and immersive quality, enabling every melody to emote and resonate. In Silent Waters Run Deep, Maxie Melpomene crafts a poignant and profound narrative about complicated relationships and family dynamics presented through a melancholic and reflective soundscape. Piano notes sway between wistful tones and hopeful passages, rising and falling in an arresting ebb and flow. Atmospheric melodies lend the track a sense of vastness and emotional depth, while Melpomene’s mature, expressive voice glides between soaring highs and delicate lows with remarkable precision. Silent Waters Run Deep is a compelling release from Maxie Melpomene. Listen here!
Tara Van - Glow
Singer-songwriter Tara Van radiates joy, warmth, and love in her latest release Glow. The soundscape is golden and uplifting, coming alive through vibrant, dynamic textures and grooves. Her youthful, big-hearted, positive personality shines through the music and vocals, creating an infectiously energetic and enthralling atmosphere. Zingy acoustic strums, a cascading trickle of percussion, winding funky melodies, chiming motifs, and many more refreshing sonic elements form a kaleidoscopic production- seamless, intricate, and fun. Her voice, like the sun, is at the center of the sound, illuminating the music with life, energy, and emotion. Her pristine and poised vocals bend to the will of her command, conquering each melody, while the harmonies provide a plush and velvety cushion. Glow is simply beautiful, addictive and vitalising. Listen here!
Jordan Duffy - Nights Like These
Los Angeles-based indie-pop singer-songwriter, producer, and audio engineer Jordan Duffy crafts a captivating, emotionally charged soundscape in Nights Like These. The song delves into themes of heartbreak, resilience, and hope with rousing vocals and a meticulously produced soundscape. The song kicks off with driving synth basslines and emotive saxophone melodies. Jordan Duffy’s mature, commanding and expressive vocals take center stage, effortlessly delivering powerful melodies imbued with melancholy, longing, and introspection. As the music builds, richer textures emerge—lush atmospherics, dramatic synths, impassioned vocals, and swelling saxophone notes—converging into a rousing crescendo that elevates the emotional depth of the piece. Jordan Duffy’s fusion of shimmery indie-pop aesthetics and poignant storytelling makes this song unforgettable and stirring. Listen here!
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