If pop was a competition, Sydne Strauss would probably win it. The L.A. resident has been championing a bubbly and edgy sonic outlook, blending tongue-in-cheek lyricism with exciting and hyper-pop-flavoured productions. ‘Upstairs’, is the project’s latest effort: a mellow yet complex gem jumping from soft electronica to punchy bubblegum pop in the space of a section.
Strauss’ vocals disclose all their flexibility, exuding punk attitude with melodious flair and gritty poignancy. She even includes her Chinese language, a feature that strongly recalls her heritage and roots. While growing up in Missouri (and then moving to LA), Strauss was born in Taipei.
If kaleidoscopic and feel-good music is what you are into, you’ll love what Sydne Strauss has to offer. She’s part of an exciting scene of young talents, slowly innovating and finding new and exciting formulas to express themselves. For Sydne Strauss, this formula includes fast-paced, dancy choruses interlaced with smoother, more reflective sections. The result is the work of an artist with refined taste and a bright future ahead of her.
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