Oliver Keane has graced us with his long-awaited first EP, "Motion Sickness." This five-song effort has catchy hooks, clever words, and a broad emotional palette. With each track, Keane establishes himself as a new force on the alt-pop circuit, bringing you equal parts sentimentality and irrefutable radio-ready energy.
"Motion Sickness" clarifies that it's a head rush, zigzagging between nostalgic balladry and perky, melody-driven anthems. Fan favorites "Romeo" and "Hey" highlight Keane's talent for writing irresistible earworms, melding thoughtful storytelling with a sound that sounds made to be sung along to. The whole project vibrates with a shrewd, streetwise cadence that makes it seem like a real advancement in his artistic evolution.
Discussing the release, Keane opened up about the center of "Motion Sickness." "I wanted "Motion Sickness" to encompass the rollercoaster of emotions we all go through: love, longing, regret, and those moments that make us feel so precious. It's about feeling all of it all at once, for better and worse."
"Motion Sickness" is short, with a total run time of just under 16 minutes, but the piece is striking. With a talent for blending evocative, earnest lyricism with glossy, 21st-century production, Keene walks the line that makes this EP addictively listenable for your emotive pop.