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Atlanta-born and Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mae Mae has released “Squishy” – the first single from her debut EP, Gummy Heart Eyes, produced by Adam Castilla (of The Colourist).
CLICK HERE to listen to the new track and CLICK HERE to watch the official video.
With shimmering xylophone and mischievous bass fluttering throughout, “Squishy” is magnified by a kaleidoscope of whimsical sounds and infectious hook.
“’Squishy’ was written the first day my sister and niece were visiting me in Southern California when I was scheduled to go into the studio to record,” shares Mae Mae.
“I had wanted to write something with more of an edge, but because of the joy I was feeling from their visit, those emotions were unavailable. So instead, I approached the design of the song to emulate the ‘Squishy’ emotions I was feeling, and I hope the listener can experience those feelings, too.”
Inspired by the bliss she feels from life’s little pleasures, Mae Mae’s storytelling reflects how her wide-eyed wonder and optimism collide with the world around her. The same is true of the song’s video, which depicts a home movie-style walk through a garden with her very sweet four-legged companion. The video’s calm and inviting aesthetic mirrors Mae Mae’s earnestness, “Squishy” is unconventional yet welcoming, reflecting how her distinctive charm blends into pop appeal.
Her sound is a reflection of her life and vice versa. Since her childhood in Atlanta, Mae Mae has always lived adjacent to entertainment. Her dad, a performer on cruise ships and in numerous funk bands throughout Miami, imparted an appreciation for music and performance upon his daughter at a young age.
“I love meshing different genres together.” she explains. “My Southern cadence comes through in the way I sing. At the same time, it’s dreamy and textural. I feel like I’m reaching into pop, poetry, dance, and other various inspirations. All of these things make me who I am.”
