From a global superstar collaboration to alt-pop risers, here’s our New Music Friday picks for this week!
ZAYN & JISOO – “EYES CLOSED”
Global superstars JISOO and ZAYN join forces on epic collaboration “EYES CLOSED,” a tender and expansive production that highlights the allure of both powerhouse talents. A genre-bending number laden with poetic lyrics, the track captures the nervous anticipation and thrill of diving into new love without looking back.
The duet comes to life as a cinematic tale of love floating delicately upon a sprawling soundscape of warm keys, raw acoustic guitars, throbbing basslines and soulful vocals – all building slowly and steadily to pay ode to the trust we have place in love.
Connect with ZAYN : Instagram | Connect with JISOO : Instagram
Madison Beer – “bittersweet”
Two-time GRAMMY nominated and platinum selling artist Madison Beer encapsulates finding peace in endings on “bittersweet.” A thoughtful offering that reflects on the end of a chapter, the difficulty of coming to terms with it and the relief of finding acceptance.
Rooted in her signature unfiltered honesty and authenticity, the track follows the catchy and fierce styles of “yes baby,” unveiling a quieter sonic tale establishing Beer’s diverse sonic and emotional range.
Connect with Madison Beer : Instagram
Mariae Cassandra – “Theodore”
Rising alt-pop talent Mariae Cassandra delivers angsty and honest production “Theodore,” offering a taste of her upcoming debut EP Everything In My Backpocket.
Led by fuzzy pop-punk guitar lines and soft vocals, the track is heavy yet earnest as it encapsulates how it feels to misunderstood and isolated. Unfolding a relatable craving for connection and dreams of having someone to talk through our messy feelings with, the track is raw and honest as it promises vulnerability and comfort all at once.
Connect with Mariae Cassandra : Instagram
reggie – “Headstone”
Houston native singer/songwriter/producer reggie offers soulful number “Headstone,” an introspective number that feels delicate and haunting all at once.
Lamenting on misfortunes amidst a earworm melody, the angsty track is elevated by vivid visuals that matches the song’s plaintive tone with an emotional single shot.
With a visceral sonic style that leaves an impact long after the end notes, reggie’s genre-defying musicality sways seamlessly between emotive and elegant.
Connect with reggie : Instagram
Do check out all our New Music Friday picks on our Spotify playlist
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