New Jersey-based artist Hannah Stone is back with a new song titled ‘Bad News Bears’. After the successful release of her debut EP ‘God’s Against This‘ back in 2021, she has been crossing from high-energy indie-rock to soulful singer-songwriter and back with each new track.
“Bad News Bears” is a bit different as she delves into alt-pop realms. The genre fits perfectly the profound reflection on the darker facets of the human experience the artist goes through – from love, and addiction to mental health. For Hannah, music is like a canvas painted with personal experiences and profound moments, which is reflected in her lyrics and approach to making music.
Through fuzzy electric guitars and unexpected tonal shifts, “the track”Bad New Bears” emanates a grungy yet fearless energy reminiscent of alt-pop luminaries like boygenius and Alvvays. Hannah’s ethereal vocals, akin to the mesmerizing style of Courtney Barnett, guide listeners through a narrative that speaks of despair and resilience in equal measure.
“This song is about caring for someone dealing with addiction, and acknowledging that you can’t save them. It’s a hard lesson I’ve had to learn more than once–giving someone up so you don’t give up on yourself.”
While at first glance, the song delves into heavy topics, it also radiates with a sense of hope and redemption, that turns the song into an uplifting anthem. The interesting use of whirling synthesisers and playful melodies in an alt-pop track is no stranger to that feeling.
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