Things can be melancholic and bright at the same time, and Josh Hoffman weaves a deep understanding of the equilibrium in the center of this Venn diagram on his first single "39 Steps."
Introspective lyrics accented by soft harmonies define this song, with simple key changes and light, acoustic instrumentals to set the mood. If you like Elliott Smith or Alex G's more stripped-down works, don't skip this song, which was written on a 3-night train ride.
You have to be in the know to keep up with Hoffman, who maintains no social media presence and seems to write for the love of the game. If we're lucky, we'll get something more from the new artist in the coming months. It's worth a little extra attention to keep him on our radar.
Connect with Josh Hoffman: Spotify
