Tired of listening to the same 15 song playlist? Last week was an exceptional week for new music and lucky for you, I have summed it up to the 5 best songs.
- Kassie Krut: “Reckless”
“I wanna be the best so I gotta be me”
Palm walked so Kassie Krut could run. While I remain in disbelief over the break up of Palm, vocalist and guitarist Kasra Krut reunites with Palm’s co guitarist/vocalist and producer to reinvent Kassie Kurt. They have left quite the impression with their new track “Reckless.” Kassie Krut has released a few singles here and there since 2020, however last week’s “Reckless” cements the spelling of their name in our eardrums to reintroduce themselves in delusional confidence. “Reckless” is a promising reincarnation of the group’s talent, awakening the freak that lives inside all of us. They are fully aware of and are alchemizing their power.
- Mt Eerie: “I Saw Another Bird”
“There’s another worked inside this world that shines”
This past week, the fabled Phil Elverum has gifted us “I Saw Another Bird,” ahead of Mt. Eerie’s first new album in 6 years. The track continues the explorations of themes such as ravens and synchronicities that have permeated Mt. Eerie’s discography. Mt. Eerie’s music deeply reflects Elverum’s journey through grief, making it a vulnerable and poignant form of expression and processing. At times he is optimistic, while at others, he is exhausted from making sense of the mythological. There is always a raw and honest truth that hides behind each Mt. Eerie track, and in this case, it’s complemented by a satisfying drum beat. Some may say that this is The Glow Pt. 3…
- Ela Minus: “BROKEN”
Colombian artist Ela Minus released “BROKEN” from her forthcoming album DIA. Out of all the songs on my list, “BROKEN” is by far the most impressive with its gorgeous synthesizers and air of optimism. The beat is femme, lush, and easy to latch on to; you’ll want to dance and jump around with your friends to this track. I am so ready for the world to fall in love with her.
4. Florist: “This Was A Gift”
“I just want music in my life. I just want us to sing along”
Alongside Mt. Eerie, another artist that comforts my grief is Florist who released the stunning, “This Was A Gift.” Florist’s lyrics and cadence tugs on your emotional heart strings, forcing you to confront the reality of your loss. She explores the unbearable pain of the separation as she repeats: “only the dead survives.”
5. Faye Webster: “After the First Kiss”
I remain underwhelmed by Faye Webster, but I wouldn’t say I’m unsatisfied with her new track, “After the First Kiss.” Faye Webster doesn’t do much in her discography and each song barely strays away from the latter. “After the First Kiss” is no expectation: she stays in her comfort zone with simple instrumentals and hushed vocals. Almost too hushed that at points, I find myself giggling thinking “why are you talking like that?” But her lyrics are sweet and at the end of the day, you get exactly what is expected. There’s nothing terribly wrong with what she is doing, but there is also nothing terrible right.
Written by Marina Malin. She can be contacted at marinamalinart@gmail.com
