Rising San Jose-based duo comets near me, composed of Maria and Kyle, make a striking entrance into the music scene with their debut EP, Don’t Pick the Flowers. This four-track collection, created in their backyard shed, highlights their unique sound and heartfelt songwriting.
The EP kicks off with “Pedestal,” a playful diss track targeting those who judge others from a self-made moral high ground. The track doesn’t take itself too seriously and offers an open-door policy for change: The song is a refreshing take on addressing conflicts with a sense of humor and openness. The EP’s focus track “Hallway Light” follows, with its reflections on childhood lies and their impact on adult life, questioning the purpose of certain teachings and societal expectations. With dreary vocals juxtaposed against sparkly bells, the song ponders why we were taught certain things, like believing in Santa or learning cursive, and how these questions linger into adulthood.
“The Last Time I Saw Him” brings emotional depth to the EP with a delicate, finger-picked guitar track about losing a friend to a destructive path. It’s a poignant reminder of the helplessness one feels in such situations, resonating deeply with its raw vulnerability. The EP ends with “Purgatory,” a track that explores the struggle of being stuck in a transitional phase of life. Amidst melancholic melodies, it carries a message of resilience and acceptance, encouraging listeners to take things at their own pace. This final track offers a glimmer of hope, balancing the EP’s themes of growth and loss.
With ‘Don’t Pick the Flowers’, comets near me have crafted a compelling and introspective debut. Their blend of playful lyrics and deep emotional resonance hints at even greater things to come from this dynamic duo.
