Today, we’d like to introduce you to one of NYC’s hidden talents, Selett. With only a handful of tracks released under her belt, her latest single ‘Hey Hey’ is bound to strike listeners as the sound of an old soul, someone who has lived several lifetimes. Written from a basement room in the city’s renowned East Village, this musician industriously crafts her ethereal and inwardly seeking songs that explore facets of the shared human experience. In the case of ‘Hey Hey’, it’s the familiar yet startling sensation of a first kiss.
Emanating the sincere nervousness prior to that initial affection, the song starts cautiously. Each note representing a step closer to each other. The steady pace reflecting how time slows down in that crucial moment. Then we reach the 0:37 minute mark, the minimalist space burst into life with a resplendent “hey hey” which floats over dreamy strings, warm piano notes, and crashing drums. The track continues on in this ebb and flow structure, led by Selett‘s smokey tones, creating a mesmeric listening experience that’s bound to transport you to intimate memories.
There’s an addictive quality to ‘Hey Hey’, luring listeners in for repeated plays, each time discovering a new magical elements that Selett has seamlessly weaved into the soundscape. It transcends genre boundaries, becoming more of a timeless art-piece than a simple song.
You can also find ‘Hey Hey’ in our Folk This Way and Outsiders Club playlist.
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