JULIA NUNES PROCESSES HEARTBREAK IN NEW, STRIPPED-DOWN SINGLE, “YOUR FAVORITE”

Songstress Julia Nunes is the queen of rhetorical questions. Her latest single, “Your Favorite,” asks plenty, though one must wonder if these are less therapeutic processing and more Nunes convincing herself of the truth that she already knows. Her self-awareness shines through enough for her next full-length project to be fan-funded, an impressive feat for an indie starlet.

It’s no secret why her work has resonated with plenty of people who are finding their way. Nunes’ lyrics artfully combine straightforward songwriting with poetic prowess; she offers a hearty balance, one that allows listeners the grace to grieve and the space to shine, all at once. Her vocal ability is fantastic, with a healthy high mix belt occasionally taking center stage. However, her way with words is her truest gift, with her inborn instrument merely being the outlet to express them.

Sonically, “Your Favorite” might be Nunes’ strongest single to date. It teeters between stripped-down and high-octane, distorted guitars, seamlessly understanding the need for a push-and-pull dynamic to fully convey the ebbs and flows of grieving a lost relationship. Once again, Nunes’ storytelling ability shines through, but this time, it’s in her compositional ear. Each detail matters in a song.

“Your Favorite” stands tall as a strong release for this album cycle, and if it’s any indicator of what the rest of the record will sound like, Nunes’ fans are in for a real treat. Sure, she is another indie singer-songwriter on the surface. However, it’s her respect for nuance, dynamics, and sonic ecstacy that sets her apart from the crowd.