The Switched on Pop team shares their favorite songs of 2023, including Troye Sivan and Victoria Monet. They discuss the universal feeling of a beautiful chorus and the varied music styles featured in the conversation. They dive into the success and sound of Stray Kids in 2023 and explore their maximalist style. The podcast hosts share their top albums and announce the relaunch of their newsletter.
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Quick takeaways
Chappell Roan's debut album 'The Rise and Fall of the Midwest Princess' is described as fun, clever, and emotional 'slumber party pop', emphasizing audience participation and community-oriented live shows.
Troye Sivan's album 'Something to Give Each Other' combines nostalgic 90s adult contemporary elements with a village people-meets-house music vibe, resulting in a near-perfect, light and breezy yet evocative sound.
Deep dives
Chapel Rohn: The Breakout Pop Artist of 2023
Chapel Rohn, a pop artist from Missouri, has gained significant recognition this year with her debut album 'The Rise and Fall of the Midwest Princess.' Her music is described as fun, clever, and emotional, with a sound that can be characterized as 'slumber party pop.' Chapel Rohn's songs incorporate callouts to the audience and have a community-oriented feel, emphasizing the importance of live shows and audience participation. With her unique style and engaging performances, Chapel Rohn has become a rising star in the pop music scene.
Troy Savon's 'Something to Give Each Other'
Troy Savon's album 'Something to Give Each Other' has been receiving praise for its light and breezy yet evocative sound. The lead single, 'Rush,' stands out with its village people-meets-house music vibe. The emotional centerpiece of the album, 'One of Your Girls,' is a standout track that showcases Savon's poignant expressions of desire and lust. The album combines 90s adult contemporary touchstones with a meandering tempo, vocoder manipulation, and tongue-in-cheek lyrics. 'Something to Give Each Other' demonstrates that less is more when it comes to pop music, resulting in a near-perfect album.
Victoria Monet's On My Mama
Victoria Monet's album, 'On My Mama,' has garnered attention with its catchy lead single, 'On My Mama.' Known for her R&B style, Monet's music offers a mix of contemporary and nostalgic elements. The album features collaborations with Earth, Wind & Fire and includes tracks that pay tribute to classic jazz and pop of the past. 'On My Mama' showcases Monet's talent as a versatile artist and her ability to captivate listeners with soulful vocals and relatable lyrics.
Samfa's 'Spirit 2.0'
Samfa's song 'Spirit 2.0' is a transcendent and captivating track off his album 'La High.' With its blend of synth and live instrumentation, the song creates an ethereal atmosphere that transports listeners to a spiritual realm. The use of obscure but familiar sounds and layered harmonies adds to the overall experience. 'Spirit 2.0' embodies the essence of transcendence and spirituality, delivering a unique and thought-provoking musical journey.
When you make a weekly podcast about pop music, there’s some things that, naturally, slip through the cracks. On this episode of Switched On Pop, our hosts – alongside our editor, Jolie Myers, our engineer, Brandon McFarland, and our producer, Reanna Cruz – try to course correct that by discussing our team’s (and a listener’s) favorite picks of 2023. Whether it’s something we got to in the later months or something we felt still deserved its flowers, this episode hops around genres to show the musical versatility of the Switched On Pop team. We even got some of our selections, specifically Laufey and Chappell Roan, on the show to talk about the music that made our year. Who knows: maybe you’ll find the song to top your personal best-of list!
Songs Discussed:
Troye Sivan ft. Guitarricadelafuente - In My Room
Troye Sivan - Rush
Troye Sivan - One Of Your Girls
Daft Punk ft. Julian Casablancas - Instant Crush
Victoria Monet - On My Mama
Chalie Boi - I Look Good
Victoria Monét ft. Earth, Wind & Fire + Hazel Monét - Hollywood