Birthname’s new EP CUI/?CO has arrived—it features five-songs and feels like a mix between a diary and a dream. Born and raised in California, the artist Birthname mixes pop sounds, lo-fi beats, and experimental soundscapes to create something that’s uniquely compelling and easy to listen to. The EP kicks off with “COLD SUSHI” featuring Serujio, a laid back track with a smooth vocal approach that has a distinct lo-fi influence. The second song stands out on the track list simply due to its name, “IHATESUNDAYSBECAUSEOFMONDAYS”. This song has a simple yet highly relatable message, the weekends are too short and Monday always looms. The lead single “ULTIMO” slows things down with acoustic guitar sensibilities and Birthname on the vocals delivering the song’s message. It’s a song about love, f...