NYC alt-pop artist, Middle Part – the moniker of Andy Selkōw – has captured our hearts with his confessional new track, “Dial*,” so it’s only a matter of time before he becomes a TDL mainstay!
Tackling depression, suicide and self-isolation driven by paranoia, “Dial* ” gets down to the nitty gritty and doesn’t shy away from the vulnerability it takes to reach out for help. Set to a soundtrack of 90’s alt-rock meets Teenage Wrist vibes, “Dial* ” is a harrowing yet refreshing take on mental health awareness.
“The desperate call to a suicide hotline in order to connect with someone and pull oneself out of an endless descent. The caller feels like a burden in every area of their life. The chorus signals the realization that death shouldn’t be the option regardless of life’s darkest moments.”
“Lyrically, this song revisits a very particular grim time and serves as an acknowledgement of never wanting to personally return to such a low,” Selkōw confides. “The massive weight of the song’s themes are juxtaposed with a familiar pop format. Its intent, like much of the record, is to upset the complacent mainstream.”
“Dial*” is set to be featured on Middle Part’s highly-anticipated debut album, Disruptor.
Listen to “Dial” below:
