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JR's

Song of the week

Rating:

9.4 / 10

Favorite Part:

After a clean, happy 40-second instrumental of singing strings and percussion, Claire Cottrill's vocals cut in. Introducing itself at the same time, uniquely, is a droning synth that lingers for the duration of the track. This consistent murmuring adds an enticing depth to the otherwise bright production, complementing the bittersweet nature of the song's lyrics; I wait in excited expectation for its eruption each and every listen.

Overall Review:

Shelly released two tracks on July 1st, DOUBLING the size of their discography in doing so. Both songs appealed to the overarching motif of my summer — growing up. Hartwell felt especially impactful in its curtness, leaving me to ruminate while a kick-ass instrumental closes out the three-minute run time. Shelly's two vocalists each share a quick verse on this song, similar enough that they sound like pre-choruses. They echo each other in their escaping innocence and yearning nostalgia, reminding me of the commonality of this feeling. I've listened to this track every day since it came out; it even inspired me to renew my weekly tradition of Song of the Week. Give this one a few listens, and grow older just three minutes at a time. Have a great week - JR