grandma Dances Through the Pain of "Painless"
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Alternative multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer grandma, née Liam Hall, struggles with heartbreak on his new incandescent single, "Painless." The Atlanta native gives fans a peek into his unexpectedly pleasant grandmaternal ways, using lyricism defined by cryptic aphorisms and somewhat deranged storytelling to lure listeners into the intricate sonic worlds he creates.
"Painless" shows off the artist's penchant for skillful instrumentation, escaping into a world ruled by the irresistible call of nostalgia and embracing the uncertainty of the future with vulnerability and sincerity. Opening with steady percussion and warped guitar riffs, he sings, "Rules and regulations scattering the wind / There's something you might know / in "Where the hell you've been?" and continues to ruminate on the complexities of his tumultuous relationship. In the explosive chorus, he wonders "if it's painless on the other side," and admits that he's running out of places to escape the thought of his lover.
"In 'Painless,' I've tried to capture the complexities of intimacy and heartbreak," shares grandma, "weaving them into a 90s indie rock tapestry. It's a reflection on how we can dance through the pain, finding solace in the synchronicities that drive two people to love and separation."
"Painless" marks grandma's first new release since last year's weirdly wonderful sophomore EP Angelhood. The project, which sees grandma once again walking the tightrope between experimental stylings and shimmering alt-pop perfection, includes such standout tracks as "soft-glow," "God Hired You To Be My Baby," "I Met God Online," and "Blue Atlanta," all accompanied by inventive music videos. Grandma recently brought these songs and more to the live stage, on tour with alt-pop duo Coco & Clair Clair.
Listen to "painless" below:
