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Singer-songwriter, actress, and multi-instrumentalist Meredith Adelaide returns with her new single “What Do I Know”. Available on most streaming platforms now, the introspective new single deals with the emotional complexities of being honest with oneself, making it a relatable anthem for many.
“What Do I Know” is the fifth to follow behind the riveting singles “I Want it Back”, “Big Songs”, “One Foot Out”, and “Guard Dog”. All of which come from Meredith Adelaide’s debut album, To Believe I’m the Sun, which is set to arrive on November 21st.
On “What Do I Know”, Meredith Adelaide has slowly integrated all versions of herself, making it more accessible to achieve self-acceptance and freedom. An indie-folk anthem that tugs at the heartstrings, the melancholic new track offers great perspective on a life filled with flaws, celebrations, regrets, and a melange of much more. Sonically, the new single invokes the solemnity and emotion of artists like boy genius, Big Thief, and Aimee Mann.
“What Do I Know” invites those listening to accept all parts of themselves, although it can be scary at first. An ode to growing and consistently finding out new things about oneself, the track encourages those to realize how similar the shared human experience really is. Produced by Khushi (James Blake, Monica Martin, Ruti), the mix is perfectly barren, featuring mainly Adelaide's heartfelt vocal delivery alongside a simple folk guitar. The new track comes a few months after Meredith Adelaide lent her gorgeous vocals towards multiple tracks on KRAMON’s debut album, evolutions.
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Radioactivity recently announced an upcoming album entitled "Time Won't Bring Me Down" and three days ago they released a new single from the LP entitled "Analog Ways". Recorded over a long period of time and released ten full years (!) after their last LP (Silent Kill, 2015), here is the eagerly awaited 3rd LP! Nobody was really worried about Radioactivity dropping the ball after all this time. Jeff Burke’s track record (The Marked Men, The Reds, The Potential Johns, Lost Balloons, etc etc) speaks for itself, and has for over 25 years at this point.
"I had enough of modern life. Can I not go on back to my analog ways" With that line, Jeff Burke sets the tone for one of the most intimate and unexpected songs from Radioactivity’s new album, Time Won’t Bring Me Down.
“Analog Ways” works on two levels: it’s a reflection on distance and disconnection, how modern life and digital communication can quietly pull people apart, and at the same time, it’s a statement of purpose. A return to warmth, sincerity, and the raw, human sound of analog recording. Featuring Yusuke Okada, the Japanese-born Brooklyn artist and Burke’s partner in Lost Balloons, the song takes on a softer, more luminous tone.
Dirtnap Records
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