Roundup: RGV Singles Jan-May Pt 1

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A recap of RGV singles so far this year (part 1). We got intoxicating art-pop, stimulating tech-house, a devastating Olivia Rodrigo cover, and more.

GOODPATH & Pavel Cal - intoxicated

A stunning art-pop gem by singer-songwriter Goodpath and collaborator Pavel Cal, where intoxicating love is reflected in its rich, euphoric electronics and vocals.

Royal Angst - Bad Bitch

In this adventure of a song, Royal Angst pulls off the depth and breadth of 90s alt-rock – primal psychedelia, quiet/loud dynamics, tenderly rough singing - all done with a biting edge.

Strghtfwrd - Energy

The RGV’s tech-house duo appropriately brings some “straightforward energy” in their latest single. It’s dancemix-worthy and fun to get lost in its propelling loops and stimulating synths.

Pillowsnake - HUMANIZE HUMAN EYEZ

Pillowsnake is back in full force. A rough cut of punk rock, alien electronics, and snarling, frantic indiscernible vocals

Library Hours - A Faded Space

Library Hours converts the mundane sonics of Midwest screamo into profound sorrow.

Orpheus Bloom - ghostgirl.

Paolo Santiago kicks off his new project with sunny retro synthwave and timeless soul. A ton of heart in his illustrious voice to complement the dreamy vibes.

Italia - Underwater Tendencies

Always one to experiment, Italia’s first release of the year has a surprising sense of mystique - ghostly vocals, aqueous soundscape, cavernous reverb - to get immersed in.

Crust Fund - Deja Vu (Olivia Rodrigo cover)

A single from the upcoming LP by the mastermind behind I Killed Techno! that turns the heartbreak of Olivia Rodrigo’s megahit into total devastation. Droning desolate guitar and a chilling, whimpering voice, giving way to harsh washes of noise and distortion for good measure.

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