four fresh pop cuts for the end of february. thankfully, they all land with colour, character and a lot of heart. so let’s get stuck into this week’s tracks.
drifting away – lunar lagoon
‘lunar lagoon craft the best moody electronic banger to drift away too‘
drifting away, moves on pulsing programmed drums and hazy synth textures, balancing electronic sheen with introspective lyricism. the groove builds with a lot of care, giving the chorus space to elevate us to a pretty special place. it’s a bit like a psychedelic gorrilaz this, and it genuinely slaps.
lunar lagoon are an alt-electronic outfit based in naarm melbourne, led by joe nurrish. this latest release marks a shift towards a more defined pop and electronic direction, exploring the space between light and dark while chasing something that always feels just out of reach. essential stuff.
thank u for making this lunar lagoon 💫
can’t get you out of my head – hanne leland
‘hanne leland reimagines a pop classic with slow, seductive restraint‘
can’t get you out of my head, trades glossy dancefloor energy for a slow burning, intimate arrangement. subtle beats and spacious production give her vocal room to lead, drawing out the ache beneath the hook.
hanne leland is a norwegian pop artist with a growing international profile and millions of streams to her name. this cover signals a confident start to her year, reframing a global hit through a darker, more personal lens while staying rooted in strong melodic instinct. this is genuinely great.
thank u for making this hanne leland ✨
you can’t tear it up – 50mething
‘50mething fuse retro shine with modern emotional bite with incredible results‘
you can’t tear it up, runs on crisp percussion, layered programmed drums and a sound world that nod to the golden age of 80s pop. beneath its danceable surface sits a chant-like chorus that sharpens the emotional impact. it’s all just a bit wonky and wonderful.
50mething, the project of paul jenner, blends human feel with electronic precision. this release stands as a modern cautionary tale wrapped in nostalgic textures, proving that upbeat production can carry weighty themes without losing its pulse. a compelling listen.
thank u for making this 50mething 🔥
all those things – julia faulks
‘julia faulks delivers the best kind of warm soul-pop with all those things‘
all those things, blends acoustic-led melodies with a relaxed funk-touched groove, giving the track a breezy, feel good lift. sweet vocals glide over a steady rhythm section with irresistible hi hats, and stories of capturing the butterflies and doubt of new love.
julia faulks is a surrey-based singer-songwriter carving out a space in indie soul-pop with touches of jazz and funk. this single marks the beginning of a new chapter as she prepares to bring her original material to the stage with a full band, leaning into honesty and warmth. exciting stuff.
thank u for making this julia faulks 💛
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