The indie pop scene is brimming with fresh sounds, and these artists are making a mark with songs that delve into various facets of life and emotions. With your heartstrings being shredded by the twists and turns of a mounting relationship, parting ways from an endearing romance, or those existential thoughts of where you fit in this great wide world, Little Quirks, Low Girl, and Kenton have dropped tracks that align perfectly with your experiences.
Little Quirks - "Everything but the Title"
"Everything but the Title" is an introductory song to Little Quirks, addressing the experience of an ambiguous romantic relationship. Written by band member Abbey during a trip to the UK, this song reflects the bittersweet reality of feeling very close to someone without labeling it a "partnership." Abbey's songwriting is universal, and the lyrics resonate with anyone who has been in a similar situation, yearning more yet remaining optimistic. With beautiful melancholia and intense instrumentals, some choruses are just perfect for screaming in your room or to let out those feelings.
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Low Girl – "No Reasons"
Low Girl delivers a surge of energy with their track, "No Reasons." A defiant breakup anthem that is carried by an infectious melody. This song is off their upcoming debut album and is being played by the most prominent music outlets. It perfectly encapsulates the energy that comes with getting out of a ruined relationship, whilst also acknowledging how deeply sad it can be. Bubbling away with its zippy guitar riffs and infectious vocals, "No Reasons" is a song that holds nothing back, urging you to let your inner thoughts spill out on the midnight road.
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Kenton – "Wannabe American"
Finally, Kenton details a hilariously jaded, US-centric take on the ambient pop genre with his song "Wannabe American." It sets the tone early with a sly reference to Tai Chi before quickly taking aim at the things that plague our Western world and how we should behave. Kenton's track is about identity, belonging, family, and the choice to opt for love over sour attitudes, which is set to an undeniably catchy rhythm. The song demonstrates that pop music can be both fun and essential.
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The credibility of these three songs is based on the fact that they are born from real moments and feelings. Little Quirks explores the perplexities of love, Low Girl turns heartbreak into a vigorous anthem, and Kenton humorously reflects on culture. Together, they serve as a reminder of how music connects the personal to what is bigger and more fundamentally human. It is the perfect soundtrack to love, heartbreak, and life in general, whether you are deep in the highs and lows of romance, it has all come to an end, or you are figuring out who you really are.