Shanghai-raised and LA-based musician and artist miso808 invites listeners into an imaginative world with her debut EP, ‘bedtime stories mp3’. Combining childhood nostalgia with adult introspection, the genre-bending project transforms classic bedtime stories into a rich tapestry of indie, alternative pop, and alternative R&B sounds.
Each track on ‘bedtime stories mp3’ acts as a chapter in a larger, bilingual narrative. miso808 not only wrote and produced most of the EP but also created original bedtime stories that inspired the songs. These stories extend the EP into a multimedia experience, available as physical zines and on a dedicated digital platform, www.bedtimestoriesmp3.com.
The EP’s standout track, “misirlou”, reimagines the iconic 60s surf-rock hit with powerful, bilingual verses and a hypnotic blend of Eastern and Western influences. The result is a seductive, empowering anthem that has earned spots on multiple Spotify editorial playlists across Asia.
Other tracks on the EP continue to explore complex themes and dynamic soundscapes. “crown” begins as a delicate piano ballad and builds into an intense, synth-driven crescendo, capturing the journey of self-realization. “1001” offers a modern twist on One Thousand and One Nights, sung in Mandarin, while “dazzling” delves into the heartbreak of confusing passion with love, wrapped in a raw alt-pop arrangement.
The EP closes with “intuition” and “meant to be”, two contrasting explorations of love and identity. From the excitement of queer awakening to the bittersweet acceptance that follows, these tracks capture both vulnerability and strength in miso808’s deeply introspective style.
Rooted in her multicultural background, miso808 seamlessly fuses Eastern and Western sounds, reflecting her journey as a Shanghai-born artist navigating life in the U.S. Music first became her creative outlet as a teenager, when she used songwriting to learn English. Now, with a background in filmmaking influencing her cinematic approach to music, miso808 crafts a sound that transcends genres and borders.
Signed to Chinese label Elec.Girl, miso808 uses ‘bedtime stories mp3’ to challenge traditional formats, blending auditory and visual storytelling with a distinctly modern aesthetic. Resonating with Y2K, Webcore, and alternative influences, the EP offers a nostalgic yet forward-looking perspective.
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