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Artist Spotlight: Empty Pinata's Infectious New Track 'I Have A Huge Crush on Doja Cat'

"I Have A Huge Crush on Doja Cat" by Empty Pinata (formerly LA Rodriguez) is a captivating February single that blends genres effortlessly. The track's surf rock guitar lick evokes comparisons to Joy Again, The Drums, and Surf Curse, while the vocal performance channels Midwest Emo influences reminiscent of Modern Baseball.

The song explores themes of chaotic young love, with lyrics like "I might be the one to take you out your house and in my car and break your heart" setting the tone for a bittersweet romance. Empty Pinata manages to create a sound that feels both fresh and timeless, striking a delicate balance between nostalgia and innovation.

With its groovy yet melancholic atmosphere, "I Have A Huge Crush on Doja Cat" promises to be a favorite throughout 2025. As we eagerly anticipate Empty Pinata's upcoming EP in the summer of 2025, this single serves as an exciting taste of what's to come from this promising artist.

"I might be the one to take you out your house and in my car and break your heart" sings the former LA Rodriguez in this groovy February single.

The aptly titled "I Have A Huge Crush on Doja Cat" explores themes of chaotic young love over a captivating, yet melancholic surf rock guitar lick reminiscent of something you'd hear from Joy Again, The Drums or Surf Curse. All while enthralling us with a Midwest-Emo-esque vocal performance akin to the likes of Modern Baseball. There's a timeless element to this song, as something that feels very fresh, yet feels like it has always existed. This tune will continue to be a favorite of our team throughout 2025, and we're excited to see what more he has to bring us with his EP coming in the summer of 2025.

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