On this edition of LITM Rock Picks, take on love and all its effects. From moody loneliness and heady infatuation, to love that settles into wholesome communities and declarations of commitment. This list features Falvus Nora, Asta Bria, Doug Mishkin and more!
1. Flavus Nova - Blur
‘Blur’ by Flavus Nova is a dark, reflective track that reflects on what’s left behind after a relationship that takes and takes. The narrator reflects on all the ways they’ve given themselves away, leaving the weight of their sense of self behind.
“...You blur my feelings, sweep them away like they’re nothing…”. The slow rhythms rush in like waves, pooling dejection, attempting to move towards light. Realisation mingles with heavy-set exhaustion as our narrator allows realisation to set in. “...It’s a never-ending cycle…”, but one that feels as though it’s breaking. Melancholic, wistful and nostalgic.
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2. Speaking Is A Gun - Nothing Ever Tasted so Good
‘Never Ever Tasted so Good’ by Speaking Is A Gun is an explosive, bright, rhythmic track that begins with a quick-paced burst of energy. Love has electrified our narrator’s point of view. This, while the soundscape builds and layers its dynamic energy.
“...Kisses never tasted so good…since I met you girl…”. Here, guitar-led melodies, quick and dynamic, feels like that rush of heady emotion when someone’s in love. Its energetic kinetic vibe comes in relentless waves that convey this shift in perspective with what feels like a visceral pull. An energetic, unique expression of love that feels warm in its frenetic pacing.
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3. La Need Machine - Our Song
‘Our Song’ by La Need Machine is a sentimental guitar and string duet that captures vulnerable love that celebrates near and dear ones. Its tone is grateful while it celebrates those closest to the narrator. The song feels like a tribute to love within community while embracing love between lovers.
“....We sang our song…and we danced to it all night long…”. “...And we celebrate our friends…”. It takes on so much sentimentality and positive emotional charge that helps the track feel like a wholesome tune, warm and affectionate in a way that feels more inclusive than a love song for two.
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4. Doug Mishkin - Save Your Prayers
‘Save Your Prayers’ by Doug Mishkin is a soft rock track that seems meant to be a balm. The narrator promises to be there for their loved ones, having faith that their loved ones would do the same. The track celebrates love in a communal sense, highlighting spaces characterised by mutual trust and support.
The song feels like a resolution, one that confirms love in a wholesome, community sense. This, while the guitars seem charged by emotion and heartwarming fullness. “...May our deeds be worthy of the words we say, let us pray…”. Community and faith come together on this bright, weighty track.
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5. Asta Bria - Our Bible
‘Our Bible’ by Asta Bria is a bright, groovy track that celebrates building something solid and foundational with someone one cherishes. Its mood is bright and wholesome, while the track’s groove betrays a slightly emotionally-charged, sentimental quality.
“...You and me, writing our Bible…”. The sentiment feels sacred in a way, building a life from scratch and making it one’s own feels like a tall order, that takes a lot of love and trust. The song allows itself to bask in what feels like love and trust, unwavering. The bright, familiar tones in the melody feel settled and bright, fueling this celebratory spirit with warm wholesomeness.
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