SODAPOP's new single, "Starbeam Machine," is an entry ticket into the dreamiest, painstakingly constructed universe that took him five years to realize. Somewhere between indie rock, indie pop, and the lo-fi stylings of bedroom pop, the track is a fizzy, effervescent listen that feels both intimate and otherworldly. "Starbeam Machine" is a window into Melodia, the fantastical land SODAPOP has been quietly nurturing in his mind for half of the past decade.
Melodia is a gleaming water forest where music is the culture, the language, the pulse of its people. Shuttle with the charm and earnestness that only he can convey via bedroom pop-inflected instrumentation, lush synth atmospheres, and ethereal vocal delivery, SODAPOP offers listeners passage into a universe of his own creation. As lighthearted and dreamy as the music often is, the story behind it is complex. The words are based on SODAPOP's life, but they're relayed through the prism of Melodia's whimsy. It's a neat balancing act, and every line carries emotional weight, but it's sprinkled with enough fantastical imagery to keep readers questioning and dreaming.
For those who delve more deeply into the record, a tapestry of interconnected stories, world-building, and four eccentric characters emerges, whose costumed personas were crafted by the artist's own hands. SODAPOP is a storyteller, world-builder, and conceptual visionary. The dreamy vibe of the song, along with Melodia's otherworldly tale, makes this a song that remains with you long after the last note has been sung. For those looking for music to take you out of the ordinary and into a fresh, playful world, SODAPOP's "Starbeam Machine" could be the perfect place to start.
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