Duanna‘s latest offering, open tabs, delivers an intimate six-track journey through life’s quieter moments. The New York City-based artist crafts atmospheric soundscapes that blend ambient textures with airy vocals and gentle dance rhythms.
Building upon her debut Lona, this entirely self-written and mostly self-produced EP feels deeply personal. It’s the kind of project that wraps around you like a warm blanket on a cold evening.
"Species" emerges as one of the EP’s most captivating moments. Lines like "Down the freeway / Heavenly escape" float over hazy, pulsing production that feels almost ethereal.
Meanwhile, "Better Off" serves as a breakup anthem with attitude. The repeated mantra "I’m better off without you" pulses against a steady, late-night beat that’s perfect for 2 AM drives through empty city streets.
What truly makes open tabs special? The seamless flow between tracks.
Each song melts into the next, creating this beautiful sense of suspended time rather than linear progression. It’s like watching clouds drift across a summer sky—unhurried and natural.
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The production leans heavily into subtle, dreamlike textures that never overwhelm the listener. Every track carries the mood of taking a slow, deep breath or finding a moment of pause in our chaotic world.
This EP showcases Duanna’s evolving voice within the modern electronic music landscape. If you’re drawn to music that captures genuine emotion without forcing it down your throat, open tabs absolutely hits the mark.
