I realize that I probably post bands/songs that usually fall within the same sort of genre here: Indie rock/pop. There is occasionally some hip-hop, dance, electro, etc…but I will admit I could have a little more diversity from time to time. It’s also pretty clear that I post almost no fun pop music on here. There is nothing like a good fun song that serves as a perfect way to take the edge off. That’s exactly what PURPL PoP did for me me when I discovered “The Way”, the bands first single.
PURPL PoP is a two man band based in Stockholm, Sweden, consisting of members Le’Andre & Skoog. Two months ago they were virtually unknown but that has changed ever since they showcased the music video for “The Way”. Since, they have become an underground sensation in their native land. I’m not surprised, because the song is a ton of fun. It’s 3 minutes of addictive pop that isn’t shy of treading on every genre’s waters. They even drift near Dizzee Rascal grime territory at the start of the song, before introducing the songs chorus. After it hits you, good luck getting it out of your head. This is just smart pop music.
When I first heard the song I wasn’t completely feeling it. It seemed out of place for my tastes. Yet, there was something about it that made me want to revisit. I gave it a few more spins, and I started to come around to it. Now I’m addicted. In the matter of an hour it grew on me tremendously.
You can hear multiple genres of music in PURPL PoP, and I think in the end, that’s what sold me. It’s soaked with so many different influences, there is no way you can’t find something to enjoy about “The Way”. Something tells me that PURPL PoP is a name that your going to be seeing around a lot someday. These guys are on the verge of becoming the next Chiddy Bang like success story.
I posted a stream of “The Way”, along with it’s official music video:
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Daddy Justice — 23 Jun 10
This song just blows, sorry
Just because there’s a white guy in a two-piece sub-par hip hop / electronica group doesn’t mean it’s anything other than sub-par hip hop / electronica
Daddy Truth — 24 Jun 10
i kinda like it a lot now, took a few listens but once it gets into you, you cant get it out in a good way lol
Loui — 22 Jul 10
They really suck.