Merging classic pop with disco drama, Joshua Pearlstein is an up-and-coming creative currently based in Massachusetts. Last month, he dropped his debut single ‘Heartless Binge’, a tune that challenged the status quo of pop music and introduced his unique sound to the world. Now, Joshua returns with ‘Wandering Degenerate’, another boundary-pushing piece of music that confirms we have a seriously talented artist in our presence.
A synthy and infectious offering, ‘Wandering Degenerate’ is a bold and slightly dark electro-pop track that has been expertly pieced together and layered. Pearlstein’s vocals pierce through the melody, creating an evocative and complex listening experience that is just irresistible.
A song that sees the protagonist spiral into manic and depressive episodes after failing to find their place in Hollywood, ultimately resorting to selling his soul, ‘Wandering Degenerate’ tells a gripping story of mental anguish and existential despair.
“The point is to show the transformation of feelings and how vanity can unravel itself into someone who loses passion for the reason they started in the first place,” says Joshua. “It also shows the duality of the appearance of confidence and the inner self-doubt, almost absolution”.
Serious tune alert! Enjoy ‘Wandering Degenerate’ on Spotify now:
