“Part of Me” is a catchy pop success from Cult Caves, the Salt Lake City-based project led by Tyson Henrie. Peppy rhythms, a bouncy bass push, and illuminated synths combine with a spirited vocal delivery, reassuring that “we got a paycheck coming soon.” The more soaring, caressing title-based refrain then emerges with heartfelt charm, aligning frolicking guitars and radiant synths with seamless entrancement. More expressive guitar work dazzles in the final section, while the synths persist with a starry-eyed glow; the track’s production is excellent and replay-inducing.
“This was an idea I started about 10 years ago, where the original demo vibe was darker, synthier, and even a little hip hop,” Tyson says. “My buddy talked me into leaning into a pop vibe – something more pop than I’ve ever pursued. Felt inspired by some 80’s songs like The Cure’s Close to Me, and even Boys of Summer.”
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
