Indie Features June 2024 | B2TW Music Community
Crazy by Liv Hanna | Indie Features
About: Liv Hanna, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter and recording artist from New York, now based in Miami, is a unique voice in the music industry.
Her impressive vocal range and exceptional songwriting skills, showcased in her singles' Back to Hell' and 'Lonely ', have been featured in various media outlets, including Metropolitan Magazine and RTE.
Liv's distinct style and talent are set to make a significant impact on the music industry this year.
Crazy: Starting the year strong, Liv comes out with her newest single, Crazy, released earlier this year.
This alternative dark pop single delivers a profound message about how love can make someone crazy.
The release is about a toxic relationship and the complexity of wanting to stay but the importance of knowing when to leave.
What Liv says: "It's always hard to walk away from a relationship even after recognizing it no longer serves you, and this proves true for many reasons. One reason being change and knowing that when you leave said relationship, you'll no longer have the excuse of being encompassed by chaos or falling into whatever negative habits that you two practiced together. If it's love, even if it's doused in toxicity, you don't want to say goodbye to the person - even though they might be dragging you down along with them."
Crazy Feedback: Liv Hanna captures the perfect innocence of falling in love with someone toxic in this single.
The piano plays a crucial role in this song; the ambiance grabs the listener into an almost mysterious world that feels wrong.
The beautiful vocals Liv brings to the music are a great addition, similar to Sylvan Esso and Sabrina Carpenter.
The song as a whole is an excellent production; I would, however, like to have the piano be a bit more pronounced.
If you enjoy Liv Hanna's new single, take a peek at her other singles, too. Don't forget to also follow and like her on all socials below.
Pretty Traumatized by Sadye | Indie Features
About: Dark synth artist Sadye pushes the boundaries of mainstream pop, captivating listeners with enchanting mystique and elevated imagination.
This small-town singer/songwriter writes with profoundness and compassion, often taking on unexpectedly dark and solemn themes.
Leaning into her unimaginable stardom, she has boasted hundreds of thousands of streams, TV platforms, and playlist covers.
Pretty Traumatized: Her latest single (Pretty Traumatized) is inspired by her intense real-life story of recovering from cancer and dealing with toxic relationships while also exploring her self-worth.
The single was released in early February and has already reached over 30k streams on Spotify alone.
It should appeal to fans of Kim Petras, Charlie XCX, Nine Inch Nails, and The Weeknd.
The airy key track is the next bouncy, nostalgic, dark pop anthem that will make you dance when you cry to absolute beauty while leaving you feeling empowered.
Pretty Traumatized Feedback: I love how Sadye puts a sarcastic twist on a weighty song.
The subject is complex to write about, I can assume, but the way she copes with the complex subjects is immensely admirable.
The sarcastic giddiness of the song complements the sarcasm as well; the song is a different kind of dark pop in this way.
Production is fitting and justified for the subject and weight of the music; the instruments, however, can be a bit too loud sometimes during the song.
If you enjoy this dark pop song, explore the other tracks in Sadye's collection. Click on the links below to listen. Feel free to like and follow the links as well.
Green by Philine | Indie Features
About: Philine is a tender and delicate vocalist from the Netherlands and a multi-instrumentalist.
She invites everyone to spend a few minutes in her head when she writes.
She turns her feelings into real-life magic and lets her thoughts dance in catchy melodies and shimmering chords.
Over the last year, she has built momentum, and her debut EP, So Sick of Myself, has generated millions of streams on all platforms.
Green: In early April, Philine released her first single off her upcoming EP, Green.
The song was written about her first psychedelic experience, which she talks about in detail below.
The single immerses the listener with an acoustic guitar that washes over them with a soft beat entangled in her vocals.
She deeply hopes that her music connects with people in a way other musicians can't fully grasp.
What Philine says: "I wrote it after my first psychedelic experience, it felt like everything split and came back together as one universal thing. My perspective switched for the better. ‘green’ is about the bright side of life, love, and coming home. You’re surrendering to the collectiveness.”
Green Feedback: Philine's music is a unique blend that evokes the spirit of Dolly Parton and Rosie, yet she has a distinct sound that sets her apart.
The acoustics in this single are a standout feature, and the vocals beautifully complement that element.
I only wish for the song to be longer to immerse myself in its unique beauty fully.
If you find yourself enjoying this song, I strongly urge you to show your support by leaving a like and following Philine. Remember, you can also listen to her music on all streaming platforms.
Something to Believe In by Lucky Iris | B2TW Music Community
About: Maeve and Jasper are two mega-football fans making alternative electronic pop music under Lucky Iris.
Over the years, we have covered their music since they came out with their 2020 EP "Turns Out We Should Have Stayed at Home."
Their sound and audience have grown exponentially over four years, and it could not have happened to more excellent people.
If you are a Charli XCX, Tove Lo, and Sylvan Esso fan, you want to join their fan wagon now.
Something to Believe In: Earlier this year, Lucky Iris unveiled their newest anthem, 'Something to Believe In.'
This alt-pop masterpiece, released through Launchpad+ X EMI North, debuted on BBC Radio 1, a testament to its instant appeal.
EARMILK, a trusted voice in the alt-pop scene, has marked this song and the duo as a standout act.
Co-produced with Ben Matravers, mixed by Richard Wilkinson, and mastered by Antony Ryan, the song's production has been a resounding success, amassing over 2,000 streams on Spotify alone.
Something to Believe In Feedback: I love the production, mainly how the electronic phaser winds into view at the song's beginning.
I love the little sound effects weaved into the music, as Marian Hill does with some of their works.
If you have not heard of this duo, you are missing out on the next generation of football musicians.
I love the new single, but Oh No is still my favorite.
However, it's hard to pick a favorite song from these two because they make good music at the end of the day.
If you like this song, please feel free to like and follow their progress on all social media. I also urge you to jam to all their music on all streaming platforms.
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