today’s pop picks sit at the intersection of storytelling and melody. these are songs that lean into feeling without forcing it, shaping pop around reflection, groove, and emotional clarity.
little box house – liz nash
“liz nash turns everyday observation into warm, rhythm-led pop storytelling”
little box house feels gently uplifting, built around playful percussion, flowing melody, and a sense of curiosity about home and belonging. the rhythm mirrors florida’s humid calm, giving the track an easy, almost conversational groove that invites repeat listens.
based in mount dora, liz nash brings a lightness to introspection, balancing thoughtful lyrics with a sound that feels open and welcoming. little box house is pop that smiles while it reflects, grounded, human, and quietly joyful. we’ll return to this one, time and time again.
thank u for making this liz nash ✨
losing you – nutri3nt
“nutri3nt delivers cinematic pop shaped by loss, restraint, and emotional weight”
losing you opens with a filmic sense of space, slowly unfolding into a tender, haunting pop ballad. the string arrangement is genuinely fantastic, before things explode with daniella goldfine’s vocal. it sits at the centre, warm and expressive, carrying the emotional core while subtle textures and orchestral touches build atmosphere around it.
based in nottingham, nutri3nt blends pop songwriting with cinematic instincts. losing you feels intimate and expansive at the same time. it’s got a touch of 90s sneakerpimps and UNKLE, and by the end i’m left feeling ‘why isn’t this on 6music a list?’. a stunner.
thank u for making this nutri3nt 💫
unbelieving eyes – ferdinand rennie
“ferdinand rennie brings classic pop drama and emotional sincerity into sharp focus”
unbelieving eyes is a powerful, timeless ballad that leans into clarity, conviction, and vocal presence. the song carries the weight of lived experience, delivered with control and emotional depth rather than excess. there’s a blue nile touch to the production, and the vocal is great.
now based on the west coast of scotland, ferdinand rennie’s long career informs every note here. unbelieving eyes feels assured and heartfelt, pop rooted in storytelling and emotional honesty.
thank u for making this ferdinand rennie 💙
more than only friends – a’shon galaxy
“a’shon galaxy blends smooth pop, soul, and r&b into a late-night confession”
more than only friends moves with a steady groove, capturing the frustration and tenderness of wanting something deeper than friendship. the track has a lovely restraint and soulful vibe, letting the feeling simmer, with a focus on an honest, vocal delivery.
based in california, a’shon galaxy brings warmth and intimacy to his sound. more than only friends feels reflective and smooth, pop that lives comfortably between vulnerability and groove.
thank u for making this a’shon galaxy ✨
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