Brand new album from Boski

Tennessee-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Boski stitches together elements of indie, alternative, hip hop and soul to create a sound that’s struck a chord with listeners around the world. With his unique style, which draws inspiration from the textures of Japanese art, the southern American landscape and the isolation of small-town life, Boski’s musical output refuses to be boxed into any one genre or style. Instead, he creates a sound that reflects the crossroads of these influences, delivering something truly original.

In August 2020 he first unveiled his original sonic vision via his debut single “No Drama,” which was quickly followed up by sophomore outing “Watsursign” before his debut record arrived with the ten-track album, Greatest Hits. Since then he’s dropped multiple well-received singles, two EPs and his second LP, What Are Friends For, while clocking hundreds of thousands of spins on Spotify alone.

Now, Boski returns with his third album, Feels Like The End, a project that distils the nostalgia and anxieties of growing up in the early 2000s. Across eleven tracks, the album captures the emotional and cultural weight of that era, recalling everything from over-exposed photos to the ever-present unease of a world post-9/11. Through his slick production and meaningful songwriting, Boski creates an atmosphere of both familiarity and reflection. The album title, Feels Like The End, suggests a sense of closure or finality, yet it’s clear that Boski has much more to say.

Opened by title-track “Feels Like The End,” the album hops with a hazy indie rock sound that filters soft vocals, lo-fi guitar tones, snapping drums and delicate melodies through a sepia-toned lens. With moving writing and a fuzzy aesthetic, catchy vocal leads glide through a soundscape that links back to the turn of the millennium, resulting in a delightful jam that puts Boski’s compelling songwriting on full display.

With “Annie Christ,” shuffling drums set an uptempo energy as soft guitar plucks and impassioned vocal performance combine while the arrangement builds with lightly gritty guitar rhythms. Launching into an epic chorus of anthemic vocal hooks and subtly rousing energy, it’s a superb showcase of his knack for instilling intricate ebb and flow into his compositions.

“Boyband” follows with gentle guitar twang and tapped percussion as Boski’s voice enters to spin tender melodies carrying heartfelt lyricism. With the punch of the full beat and blend of guitar rhythms and leads, the track flows through a nostalgic slice of indie rock cut with a modern aesthetic.

Other highlights on the record include songs like “The Rain” where the muted rattle of drums and lilting guitar rhythms are met with smokey vocal leads that channels the vibes of stripped-back The Strokes. “BOMBs” jumps with lively drums and bouncy vocal lines that hover above playful guitar flutters to deliver an infectious indie bop. Closing the album with “I Don’t Have To Win,” Boski’s expressive voice serves up one final dose of his charming songwriting as a stellar blend of bright guitar layers, pulsing bass lines and drums form a stunning finale to his truly sensational new album.

Listen to Feels Like The End below