The latest release from Monsune, "Wouldn't Say" reminds me of a particular era of the Stereofox curation, albeit with a soothing modern soul aesthetic.
During the mid 2010s, bedroom pop ran rampant over various sections of the internet. At one point I was listening to it non-stop, and Monsune's new track takes me back to those times, especially since his sound here is reminiscent of Men I Trust. His voice is like a fireplace in the middle of winter, as it exudes warmth across the room in such a comforting way. While his songwriting possesses a vulnerable edge, it's juxtaposed with an upbeat instrumental and a groovy bass line that's bound to get our hips swaying. Nostalgic, romantic, and soothing - Monsune's 2026 comeback is made to feel like such a moment with this release.
