These tracks survived constant rotation and still teach something new.
YUNGBLUD’s Lovesick Lullaby – perfect vulnerability-aggression balance I chase. Emotional rawness without losing structure.
Megan’s Lover Girl – confidence without removing complexity. Self-assurance doesn’t require simplifying emotions.
Amyl and The Sniffers’ Security – controlled chaos influenced my dynamic shifts.
My own Chasing Signs – everything learned about production this year. Strange including personal work but represents breakthrough.
Tame Impala’s Dracula – essential late-night writing soundtrack. Kevin Parker’s layering influenced bilingual approaches.
Kasabian’s Hippie Sunshine – soundtracked summer whilst writing Russian material. Energy-without-aggression template.
Doja Cat’s Gorgeous – smart pop production elevates concepts. Vocal arrangements changed harmony approaches.
Wolf Alice’s Just Two Girls – authentic expression without performance. Ellie Rowsell’s delivery remains gold standard.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Tears – surprising directness. Vulnerability in pop influenced THANK YOU approach.
Wet Leg’s u and me at home – perfect intimacy-distance balance. Controlled vulnerability.
Biffy Clyro’s A Little Love – hope without naivety influences resolutions. Simon Neil’s maturity shows everywhere.
Lady Gaga’s Killah – electronic elements enhance rather than distract. Production lessons for experimental work.
Charli XCX’s Guess – smart writing handles any subject. Collaborative chemistry serving the song.
HAIM’s Relationships – template for complex dynamics in simple language. Three-part harmonies feeling effortless.
Best year for music pushing boundaries whilst remaining accessible.
— Indie pop artist, musician Anastasiia Ledovskaia