Melbs bb has just dropped their latest indie-pop single “Witches,” and I can’t stop listening. This track reminds us just how great a bedroom recording can be. Even though it was created far from a big studio, it sounds brilliant. I also love its unique take on mental illness.
“I had the idea that if a child witnessed someone experience depression and only had Disney movies and fairytales as a frame of reference, they would probably think the logical conclusion was that the person has obviously been hexed or cursed by some evil witches,” Melbs bb revealed. “At its core, ‘Witches’ is about seeing a loved one struggle with their mental health and asserting that you see their struggle and would do anything to help them (including battling some evil witches as needed).”
After listening to this song, I went down a Melbs bb rabbit hole, devouring everything they’ve ever recorded. If you’re yet to discover this Melbourne-based artist, what are you waiting for?
Image used with permission from Habit Music Co.