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Tamar Berk’s “stay close by” is an intimate invitation into the heart of her upcoming album
Indie power-pop artist Tamar Berk is back with her new single “stay close by,” a beautiful and emotional song that not only kicks off her highly anticipated album, ‘ocd,’ but also reflects her personal journey as a musician. Interestingly, even though it’s the first track on the album, “stay close by” was actually the last song Tamar wrote. It came to her late one night and captures the feelings she wants to share throughout the entire record. What makes “stay close by” stand out is its genuine, heartfelt vibe. Tamar’s spontaneous approach to this song captures a sense of openness and desire that resonates in her music.
It offers listeners an intimate experience, where bright melodies blend with meaningful lyrics. The song has a polished indie pop sound that feels both catchy and sincere, showcasing Tamar’s talent for combining memorable tunes with deep storytelling. The emotions expressed in “stay close by” give a hint of the themes that will be explored in the rest of the album, ocd. Tamar’s songwriting skill shines through as she mixes the upbeat sounds of power-pop with thoughtful, reflective lyrics. Listening to the track feels like having a heartfelt chat with a good friend, where every word matters and every note rings true. As the lead single, “stay close by” sets the stage for what promises to be an engaging album.
It’s a song born from a moment of inspiration, serving as a bright entry point into Tamar Berk’s evolving music style. Both fans and new listeners will be drawn in, excited to join her on the emotional journey that defines ‘ocd.’ With “stay close by,” Tamar Berk demonstrates once again why she’s a unique voice in the indie power-pop scene and a songwriter who embraces spontaneity, emotional depth, and beautiful sounds all at once. This single is an invitation to stay close and discover the unfolding story of her album, guided by an artist at the peak of her creativity.
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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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