Indie pop meets folk rock captivator Aaron Bogin has just shared his eight track album Up For Air. The Massachusetts-born and now LA riser began sharing music just this year, and Up For Air is a captivating debut album.
The highlight of the album is the single "Playing Pretend", a poetic and storied narration of connection, loss, transience and pain. He sings, "If I'm lucky at playing pretend this time / Maybe I'm too broken," showing these relatable feelings. The song follows his long haul move from Ithaca, New York and driving across the country to his new home of Los Angeles and the end of a long-term relationship. It is filled with motifs of change, disillusionment and transition for a powerful anthem. Musically, "Playing Pretend" features rhythmic guitars, steady beats and Aaron Bogin's engaging vocals. The folk pop single features irresistible melodies and an emotional core that feels both intimate and cinematic. Each verse builds with a raw vulnerability.
With this debut, Aaron Bogin cements himself as an artist to watch, crafting music that feels like a deep breath after heartbreak, tender, restorative, and utterly human. Take a listen now and add this gem to your favorite playlist now!
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