Now Listening: This Week's Tracks
By Saachi Gupta & Astrid Ortega
Boy Willows - “I Love It When You Talk”
Long time Luna friend Boy Willows returns with a groovy though sweet track “I Love It When You Talk” that’s sure to get you moving and thinking of that special someone. Serving as the first track of his debut album out next year, “I Love It When You Talk” brings in layers of charming instrumentals and production to create a full soundscape. Blending the elements of Bedroom Pop, Folk and Indie we know and love, Boy Willows puts his touch on every track to get it a unique and endearing flow. The Luna Collective had the pleasure of featuring Boy Willows in our first issue and have continued to see the budding artist grow and give us something fresh with each track he releases.
Mazie - “I Think I Want To Be Alone”
With a classic retro feel to it, Mazie's latest single “I Think I Want To Be Alone” is a relatable, upbeat tune to listen to as the lockdown continues. The single, accompanied by a colourful music video, follows Mazie's previous success “No Friends”, also released in 2020. The lyrics focus on how hopeless the world feels in the moment, and how hard it is to be with others. With only two singles out, Mazie has already proven her talent and artistry, and is, without doubt, a musician to look out for.
Boy Pablo - “Honey”
With his energetic and sweet atmosphere that he showcases in his songs, Boy Pablo releases “Honey,” a new single that will make your days better. Starting off with a dazy guitar tune and bringing in the dreamy synths with touches of unique sounds, you’ll be escaping to your head and dreaming up something soft with love. Boy Pablo sings about being completely infatuated with someone, “Honey, being around you is all i need.” It’s the perfect song to dedicate to someone, add to a playlist, or daydream about your crush to. With previous singles like “hey girl” following the ‘i’m in love with you’ theme, Boy Pablo will be releasing a new album Wachito Rico, on October 23rd, leaving us excited for more songs we can fall in love to.
Lola Lennox - “Back At Wrong”
Produced by Dan Muckala, with additional production by Annie Lenox and Braeden Wright, Lola Lennox's newest single “Back at Wrong” is an infectious song that showcases Lola's powerful voice and inherent aptitude for songwriting. The track, raw and intimate, follows Lola's own experience of a toxic relationship and explores the highs and lows of young love.
“The ones that hurt the most can be the hardest to let go of. I wrote ‘Back At Wrong’ about a relationship that was fraught with dysfunction, I knew I had to end it but the spell of our togetherness was so hard to break. We felt either ecstatic highs or heart wrenching lows, and the drama was fuel for passion and co-dependency. This song is a statement where I take the power back,” explains Lola.
Devin Kennedy - “Deep Shit”
A charming summer track “Deep Shit” is gonna find a spot on your playlist and stay. The third single of singer, songwriter and producer Devin Kennedy, “Deep Shit” brings the carefree summer energy we’ve been missing. “‘Deep Shit’ is for the carefree spirit that we all have within us,” Kennedy says. “Telling someone how you feel can be terrifying. This song is about taking that leap of faith and letting that person know, regardless of the outcome.” With an infectious chorus that’s sure to get stuck in your head, find a moment of temporary bliss and fall into Devin Kennedy’s soundscape.
Kennyhoopla - “dust//”
Finding ways to continue to give his fans content during these weird times, KennyHoopla drops a live video of “dust//” that keeps you engaged every moment. Emotive but smooth, “dust//” features an almost yearning feel thanks so KennyHoopla’s raw and honest vocals. Though simple, the video brings a tasteful edge to the track with a nostalgic tint as well. KennyHoopla is set to support Yungblud on select UK dates next spring in addition to joining You Me At Six on tour next year as well. The artist continues to make a name for himself and highlight his creativity with every move.
Disco Shrine - “Future Memories”
Disco Shrine brings us a pop track filled with raw energy and emotion with her latest release “Future Memories”. Complete with an edgy video, “Future Memories” highlights Disco Shrine’s never ending creativity yet again. This track serves as an intro to a new era of music that touches on“the rollercoaster of emotions that come with dating in your 20's: everything from love at first sight and heartbreak to feeling empowered on your own and having friends with benefits”. Always filled with that edge and energy that gets you going, Disco Shrine continues to serve as a pop spark plug in the industry while giving us something new with each track.
mr. Gnome - Pyschonaut
Cleveland art-rock duo mr. Gnome returns with “Psychonaut” a track filled with endearing instrumentals and production. Lush but not overwhelming “Psychonaut” mixes a fun upbeat instrumental end with singer/guitarist’s Nicole Barille powerful and engaging vocals. While the husband and wife duo return to a world much different than before, they still bring the warm and inviting energy fans adore. “Psychonaut” radiates a feel good energy and serves as a great start to a new era for mr. Gnome
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