a cinematic alt-pop moment about chasing dreams and finding truth in their glow

glitter & gold is philip la rosa, friend of the blog, at his most reflective – a lush, emotionally charged alt-pop track that turns ambition, exhaustion, and self-discovery into sound. written after a soul-searching trip to los angeles, the song captures the strange tension between glamour and emptiness – how chasing light can sometimes leave you in the dark.

produced in perth by nic rollo (cloning, incognito mode), the track unfolds like a slow cinematic sunrise. glittering synths and pulsing percussion surround la rosa’s tender vocals, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and widescreen. there’s a sense of quiet revelation in the way the song builds – not toward a dramatic drop, but toward acceptance.

what makes glitter & gold special is its restraint. it’s confident without needing to shout, sad without losing hope. la rosa’s voice carries the emotional weight effortlessly, letting every word feel like a thought whispered to himself.

for anyone who’s ever chased a dream until it blurred, glitter & gold feels like coming home – to yourself, to clarity, to peace.

thank u for making this philip la rosa ✨