Hollow Star – “Listen”

Hollow Star is the kind of project that doesn’t come out of nowhere. It comes from waiting until things finally click. After shelving his earlier work, Micah Lopez reintroduced himself under a new name, and the debut EP Listen makes that choice feel like the right one.

This is a short, five-song release, but it makes an impression right away. The opener “Seconds” gets under your skin with its nervous energy and sharp guitar lines. From there, things only go deeper. It’s one of the best EPs I covered this month so far, it’s rich, unique, and easy to follow. “Wisdom” is the emotional center. It’s powerful, and tracks like “Capital” and “Surely” keep the EP grounded in a mix of tension and melody that works well from start to finish.

The whole thing was recorded in a small apartment, which honestly makes it even more impressive. Nothing about Listen feels half-baked. It’s confident, focused, and worth keeping on your radar. Follow Hollow Star on social media to hear what’s next this year. You’ll want to be there for it.