Circa Waves’ Sad Happy, their fourth album, is structured in two parts that reflect contrasting moods. The “Happy” side delivers upbeat indie-pop with driving rhythms and catchy hooks, while the “Sad” side shifts toward slower, more reflective songs with a darker tone. As frontman Kieran Shudall explained, “We live in a world split into two extreme halves. One moment you’re filled with the existential crisis of climate doom, and the next you’re distracted by another piece of inconsequential content that has you laughing aloud. I find this close proximity of immense sadness and happiness so jarring, bizarre and fascinating. … This idea was the blueprint for Sad Happy.” Together, the two halves capture both the energy and introspection of the band’s music, making for a strong and engaging listen.
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What I love about music is its power to transport me. Sometimes it’s unexpected, sometimes it’s exactly where I want to be. A single melody can unlock memories I didn’t realize I still carried, while certain chords or lyrics take me to another time or place. Some songs feel like home, offering shelter, while others deliver me to an unknown place or space, stirring emotions I can’t quite name. In this way, music isn’t just sound—it’s a sonic subway, delivering me to a station of refuge or one I never knew existed.
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