badtaste – “Hedonism, Sobriety”

badtaste’s “Hedonism, Sobriety” is the kind of EP that grabs your attention fast because it knows exactly where it wants to live. Trust me when I say this, it’s one of the best releases you will hear this month.

There is a bold pop instinct running all over this EP, but it never comes off as empty style. The mix of electro pop, pop, and alternative pop gives badtaste a lot of room to play, and she uses it well. One moment the energy is bright and euphoric, then a darker mood slips in and changes the atmosphere without breaking the flow. That contrast is a huge part of why this project works so well. It stays lively, but there is always something sharper underneath.

The writing also gives the EP a lot of personality. The words are direct, playful, and a little wild in a way that suits the whole mood perfectly. badtaste does not smooth out the contradictions here, and she lets indulgence and awareness sit right next to each other; that choice gives “Hedonism, Sobriety” a strong identity. You get the sense that this project understands messiness and does not need to clean it up to make a point.

There is also a theatrical edge that helps everything land harder. You can hear the big pop influence in the shine and attitude, but there is enough tension in the songs to stop them from becoming too neat or predictable. badtaste keeps the mood moving, and that movement makes the EP fun to spend time with.

I really enjoyed this one. It has personality, confidence, and enough bite to stick with you after it ends. Go check out badtaste’s previous releases too, because this EP makes a strong case for digging deeper into her catalog. Follow badtaste and keep an eye on what comes next, because this project leaves a real impression. Are you more drawn to the hedonism side or the sobriety side?