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Mimi Pretend Redefines Heartbreak with Unapologetic New Single, ‘Guys in LA’
Mimi Pretend, the talented singer-songwriter known for her emotionally charged music, unveils her latest single, “Guys in LA.” The track is a part of her upcoming album, “Sick Eros,” which is a chronicle of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Mixed and mastered by Chris Ostler of Black Honey, this collaboration has resulted in an exceptional piece of art that reflects Mimi’s personal and musical growth.
Mimi Pretend’s journey with Chris Ostler began during the pandemic, where they connected over Skype, allowing Ostler to guide Mimi through the intricacies of mixing and producing her music. This partnership has played a significant role in shaping her sound and allowing her to explore new depths in her artistry.
“Guys in LA” diverges from Mimi Pretend’s usual exploration of the aches and pains of love, as she ventures into uncharted territory. The song is a testament to her time at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), which challenged her to write in ways that were foreign to her, ultimately leading to the creation of her alternate persona, Mimi.
The single is a perfect amalgamation of Mimi’s experiences, inspirations, and newfound writing techniques. It retains the soundscapes and textures that accompany sadness, while introducing a refreshing and uplifting melody that captures the essence of happiness. The track follows the adventures of the other Mimi, with a backdrop of old cars, haunted mansion pools, foggy beaches, bourbon, cloves, and a unique blend of southwestern gothic, LA noir, and grunge aesthetics.
“Guys in LA” is a vivid representation of Mimi Pretend’s growth as an artist, both personally and musically. The song showcases her versatility, as she breaks away from the role she once created for herself – the girl who wallowed in self-pity and couldn’t save herself. This single signifies a transformation and a rebirth, as Mimi Pretend embraces the complexity of emotions and experiences in life.
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Lana Crow turns challenges into a celebration with “Laugh With You”
“Laugh With You,” the latest single from Lana Crow, is a sincere rallying cry to embrace life in all its messy, beautiful mess. In the song, indie pop and alt-pop combine to deliver an emotional blow that feels both personal and universal.
“Laugh With You” feels like an instant connection, and Crow is telling you stories of hard times with a cozy, knowing smile. This song is as much about struggle as it is about how strong you are. It serves as a reminder that these struggles are simply what give us the strength to keep going, even when life is tough.
Crow encourages people to welcome them, create happiness in the cracks, and laugh even as the world gets heavy. The result is a song that delicately nudges you to love and embrace yourself. It is an anthem for anyone experiencing tough times who refuses to give up hope. Lana Crow continues to demonstrate her songwriting skills, both musically pleasing and emotionally rich, with “Laugh With You.”
It’s a reminder that it’s how we respond to tough times, rather than how they affect us, that’s key. With this song, not only does Crow provide us with music, but she also lets us know that sometimes a laugh is what we need to remember that there is always something to smile about and that, even when it feels like life has waged war against you, laughter can still be found.
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Lisa Boostani creates a mesmerizing tidal realm in “Ocean”
Lisa Boostani’s “Ocean” takes you deep into a sensory world where body, spirit, and myth come together, beyond the surface of genre. Boostani makes a soundscape that is both ethereal and deeply human by combining the broad essence of psychedelic pop with the strong appeal of alternative rock.
Her voice rises as if it is coming from deep within her, shaped by emotion rather than action. She intentionally channels the intangible, turning weakness into strength rather than a source of pain, and “Ocean” tells people to get involved in this inner world, not just watch it. This release is an integral part of her first EP, “One,” which will come out in March 2026 and is based on love, sensuality, and unity.
If “Ocean” is any indication, the EP will show sensuality not as something pretty, but as a kind of spiritual intelligence, a way to know yourself by connecting with others. The song’s textures and structure have an aquatic quality, moving between clarity and delirium, rhythm and freedom. Its emotional focus is on immersion instead of resolution.
The striking quality of “Ocean” is the blend of the mystical worlds. Boostani understands that strength often shows up as gentleness and that deep feelings are better expressed through frequencies than words. She wants people to see consciousness as immediacy, sensation as truth, and openness as an undeniable strength.
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