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Fresh Finds Roundup - 92: Commotion Causing Pop

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We wrote this for a reason, because historically speaking, pop is one of the loudest genres of them all, and also one of the most adaptive and versatile genres to exist out there. It's a common overview about an artist, a number that got viral on the internet, or perhaps a vibe that unites different music lovers under one belt, a belt full of endless surprises. The tunes we've compiled in this roundup, called 'Commotion Causing Pop,' feel like a burst of emotions and flavours when heard in one go. So what are we waiting for? Let's dive right into it.  


Commotion Causing Pop

First on the lineup is a synth-pop number called 'Breathe In the Light' by Paper Swords, the music project of Phil Black, who hails from Casper, United States, released on 22nd May, 2026.






'Breathe In the Light' is a distinctive synth-pop track that is full of lush moments of indie-electronic textures and dance-funk pulse. Sultry-smooth vocals merged with addictive beats that feel futuristic and otherworldly; this number thoughtfully blends elements of cinematic storytelling into it.


First on the lineup is a synth-pop number called 'Breathe In the Light' by Paper Swords, the music project of Phil Black, who hails from Casper, United States, released on 22nd May, 2026.

“Literally metaphors painted into layers of surreal music to blur the lines between reality and fiction, this is super tempting to listen to.”

Second on the lineup is a commercial-pop number called 'Let Me Win Again' by Eddie Crummer, who hails from Gold Coast, Australia, and released this on 29th May, 2026.





'Let Me Win Again' is a bold pop number that talks about the nuances of a love that comes and goes, where highs and lows happen more than actual love. A fire portrayal of endless sarcasm and tugging and pulling of words and circumstances, topsy-turvy lanes of love lead to, the vocal range on this feels like a cherry on top.


Second on the lineup is a commercial-pop number called 'Let Me Win Again' by Eddie Crummer, who hails from Gold Coast, Australia, and released this on 29th May, 2026.

“Depicting an endless fight of conflicting morals in romance, this is witty, intense, and very passionate.”


Third on the lineup is an art-pop number called 'Star Light Star Bright' by Vela Jones, who hails from Epsom, England, and released this on 12th June, 2026.







With aspirational lyrical landscapes that speak volumes about emotional depth in life, like 'Silence Lies in the in-between', this track playfully teaches you so much about life and the unpredictable journey it is, and how the best way to move ahead is to embrace it with confidence.


Third on the lineup is an art-pop number called 'Star Light Star Bright' by Vela Jones, who hails from Epsom, England, and released this on 12th June, 2026.

“If you miss elements of art and whimsy in pop that used to be there in the 2010s, this track is literally all of it and more.”


Fourth on the lineup is a dark-pop number called 'SHOTGUN' by Zekiizo, an independent artist who hails from New York City, United States, and released this on 11h June, 2026.




Sultry vocals and elements of grunge mixed with the glory of dark pop, this is magnetic as a song. A fine-produced moment of bold experimentalism, 'SHOTGUN' would honestly leave a lasting impression on your head. It's super unique, intriguing, and is somehow super assertive as a song.


Fourth on the lineup is a dark-pop number called 'SHOTGUN' by Zekiizo, an independent artist who hails from New York City, United States, and released this on 11h June, 2026.
“Hyperpop, but it got reimagined to become a gritty, genre-fluid, and ambient sound. This is the kind of song you go back to because of how commanding it is.”

Fifth on the lineup is an instrumental number called 'Riff' by Anne Vanschothorst, who hails from Den Haag, Netherlands, and released this on 17th June, 2026.





'Riff', a charismatic and inviting take on pure fascination, this feels like a deeply vibrant and interesting take on experiencing life as it comes. What might mean different things, invoke different emotions, and might resonate with you on a subconscious level, this is a flavour of art you might've never tasted before.


Fifth on the lineup is an instrumental number called 'Riff' by Anne Vanschothorst, who hails from Den Haag, Netherlands, and released this on 17th June, 2026.
“Depicting art as a synchronisation of sonic waves, this is deeply fascinating as a tune and evokes childlike wonder.”

On and all, this roundup is a harmonic blend of diversity in the genre of pop and instruments. Where each track feels like a different font of a pop song, the songs here speak their own languages, yet all of them have a pop-like charm to them, which makes you want to listen to them again and again. It's quite possible to get lost in your imagination as you listen to these tunes. We'd love to learn which one you adored the most in the comments section down below.


More immersive music, talented artists, and curated lists coming soon, only for you.


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