Experimental artist day13n had a big year in 2023, as he burst onto the scene, drawing attention across the industry, bringing us two mixtapes, and a series of live shows, spanning multiple genres. He has become a pioneer in creating inclusive spaces for people across the diverse Auckland music scenes to come together in mutual respect and creative collaboration.
2024 has day13n hitting the ground running, and he shows no signs of slowing down. It reminds us once again that he’s an artist who can’t be classified, as he always comes out the gate with the unexpected. As is perfectly exemplified by his bold new pop single “Growing Pains” which has already caused a stir on social media.
Growing Pains is a love letter to the bygone era of synthpop club music that raised 2009 tweens, and was the soundtrack to their coming-of-age. A nostalgic reminiscence about innocence lost that dominates today’s zeitgeist, as people yearn for a simpler time.
This is more than a song, it’s a call to action - to get back in touch with our roots, care for our inner children, and make a commitment to change - all wrapped up in a bouncy pop tune. The sonics convey an underlying twinge of melancholy as we reflect together on what was, and what could have been, before looking forward with hope for what we can build for our own children.
Teaming up with TAMiii - a fierce presence in the Aotearoa music scene who is already drumming up hype with her distinct musical style, that caught the attention of Jess B through social media back in 2023, the pair deliver firecracker flows over a distinctly nostalgic 2000s style beat, complete with an incredibly catchy and belt-worthy chorus that you’ll find yourself singing in the shower for weeks to come…..The single is the first off their upcoming collaborative EP, which is due for release in August of this year.
The creative vision exhibited by this pair is fresh and exciting, while drawing from the roots of the pop music that built their generation. This is a song that people of all ages will appreciate, and it’s exactly what the Aotearoa music scene has been missing.
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