Exuding a heart-on-sleeve, atmospheric pop pull, “Plot Twist” is another resonating track from Mykola, who caught our ears with the single “Always Lead to You” last year. A moody vocal presence, ruminating on changing seasons, melds with a chilly synth backing — progressing into emotively gripping heights in the “Malibu” vocal elongation. Solemn guitar strums infuse seamlessly within the synth-laden entrancement, as Mykola’s vocals alternate between heartfelt yearning and spoken-word intrigue.

“Please, will you be my husband?” Mykola’s vocals wholly consume, with the backing “feels like forever” spoken-word contemplations stirring. The Ukrainian-born, New Jersey–based synth-pop artist excels in balancing nocturnal atmospherics and relatable desire, compelling here with a queer love story that, per Mykola, is “about falling in love while emotionally guarded.” Channeling a riveting synth-forward alt-pop allure, “Plot Twist” is a standout from Mykola.

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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.

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