New songs for June 3rd 2024

 Here they are!


"In Front of Me Now" by Nada Surf:  The latest from Nada Surf, "In Front of Me Now," combines Cars-esque synths with the typical jangle-pop sound that Nada Surf have had on pretty much all of their post-millennial records. The title of the song seems to be a reflection on how enjoying the here and now is more important than focusing on nostalgia. Nada Surf are well aware of all of the hardships that people have faced for the past few years, and it seems to be part of what they are addressing in this song, and they recognize the tendency people have (perhaps now more than ever) in saying that the past was a "better" time. However, by concentrating our energy on what time has to offer for us currently, we might just be able to see past all the chaos and reach more for the beauty that surrounds us! At least that's what Nada Surf hope we will do.


"Lunch" by Billie Eilish:  Singing sensation Billie Eilish has been popular roughly since she was 17, and she's now 22! So why haven't I reviewed any of her songs yet?! (I almost did "Bad Guy" and "My Future" when those came out) Better late than never, I guess. This is notable for being one of the first Billie Eilish songs to really feature a prominent guitar line. "Happier Than Ever" kind of did this as well, but not until towards the end. "Lunch" features guitar from the beginning. In a weird sort of sex-as-food metaphor, Billie concocts a lurid fantasy about the girl of her desires. Perfect for Pride Month, right?! 

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