Mup the Edens is a cross-city musical project uniting two writers and musicians, one based in Seattle and the other in Nashville. The duo draws their name from a fond family memory; as part of a touring rock band, they frequently visited their grandfather in Chicago. Upon their arrival, he would ask, “Mup the Edens?,” a charming contraction of “Did you come up the Edens Expressway to get here?”
This nostalgic connection to their roots is mirrored in the warmth and creativity that defines their musical output today. First sharing their sound as Mup the Edens in 2020 with the debut single “Don’t Press Your Luck,” they’ve shared multiple songs over the years since.
Each release showcases the duo’s ability to move between genres, creating music that’s often surprising yet always stitched with warmth and charisma. Employing a vast range of instrumentation to fit any given song, tracks like the Bollywood-inspired “Man Mandir” feature sitar arrangements, while the Latin-infused “¡Dígame!” incorporates woodwinds to evoke a lively atmosphere.
Often joined by friends to collaborate with vocals, Mup the Edens have been releasing a song each month online, building a growing audience of listeners around the world. Now, the duo unveils the perfect taste of the sound with their recent single titled “Feeling Unknown,” an upbeat indie pop jam.
Brought in by the flutter of bass notes, the arrangement tumbles together with the patter of drums, bright guitar dashes and smooth vocal leads spinning catchy leads above. As the chorus arrives, vibrant brass flourishes shine as the instantly memorable vocal hooks combine to craft a charming sound.
Progressing with lightly gritty guitar touches and carried by the breezy bounce of drums throughout, “Feeling Unknown” offers a playful bop that’s impossible not to love. Peppered with moments of delicate lead instrumental work, the shifting arrangement ensures the track remains engaging and fun from start to finish, resulting in a timeless pop outing that’s sure to delight fans both new and old.
Listen to Feeling Unknown below
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