Alternative Pop from adam’5

Hailing from Paris, newcomer adam’5 is an exciting artist who’s already begun to make an impression in the music world. With an innovative sound, he blends dark, cinematic elements with themes coming from nature and mysticism to create music that invites listeners to explore their own emotions.

He’s a storyteller who uses his art to transform everyday experiences into profound musical journeys and his mantra, “creating endlessly” shines in every aspect of his artistic work. As an English-speaking artist in Paris, adam’5 has often felt isolated in his musical pursuits, a feeling that intensified as he began to explore his own creative voice.

This sense of isolation, however, has fuelled his desire to create music that’s entirely his own. His approach has resulted in a sound that’s as experimental as it is original, blending elements of hyperpop, drill, alternative rock and pop into something uniquely compelling. Making his entrance earlier this year in March, he dropped his debut single, “left inside.”

Now he brings us his latest release with his new sophomore single titled “friends,” a song that revolves around the complexities of maintaining healthy relationships in the age of hypersexuality. Where many artists might shy away from such a challenging topic, adam’5 tackles it head-on, using his music to explore the frustrations and vulnerabilities that come with trying to navigate friendships that too often blur into something more.

Handling all elements of bringing the song to life from composing, performing, producing, mixing and mastering, it’s an incredible display of his all-round musical talent. Jumping straight into a beat-driven sound as his bright vocals dance above, instantly catchy melodies hover above the patter of the percussion as intricate glitching textures pepper the arrangement.

Folding in elements of hip hop, R&B, electronica and dance, “friends” is an exceptional example of adam’5’s pioneering sound. Shifting the vibe with punching drums and belted vocalisations, the track dives into a punk rock aesthetic to deliver a thrilling and memorable finale to his engaging second single.

Listen to friends below