California grunge-pop act STARRY EYES deliver bittersweet debut track “Jetlag,” balancing sugary and bright sonics with melancholic reflections on chasing your dreams only to realise the path of pain left behind us.
Managing to be an anthemic and earworm listen, the track encapsulates the band’s tragic and triumphant journey, weaving a cathartic tale about the painful loss of bandmate Matthew Scoggins while also delving into the slimy realities of the music business, we bear witness to remaining members guitarist John Shippeyas well assinger and lyricist Kyle Tekiela soldier on in the pursuit of their passion.
A down-to-earth but hopeful number that acknowledges their loss while still uplifting themselves as they move forward in their musical journey, the grungy and riff-laden production harkens a powerful rebirth for STARRY EYES as they set a sprawling path for another beautiful beginning with debut EP Ciao Bella.
