By Jonathan Dockney 

KTJ & Carly's latest single, ‘Sundays,’ co-written with guitarist Zane Carney, immerses listeners in a post-breakup emotional landscape. Illuminating the struggle of facing anxiety-ridden Sundays without the warmth of a lover, the track paints a raw and relatable picture of finding solace in a lover's embrace and the strength to face difficult feelings.

Breaking away from their electro-pop roots, ‘Sundays’ embraces an indie-folk sound that is built on a minimalistic melodic and harmonic structure, primarily revolving around an E minor chord. The instrumentation is stripped back and bare, featuring soulful vocals and a haunting guitar loop (played by Carney), which brings the stark lyrical themes to the fore. 

The song uses layers of ambient drones to give it an ethereal cinematic sound with subtle textures. It is unsettling albeit hypnotic, continuing the band’s exploration of themes such as anxiety, heartbreak, and the tumultuous journey of young adulthood.

In a musical landscape dominated by highly produced pop songs, ‘Sundays’ stands out owing to its demo-like quality, which works to enhance the song’s authenticity. So, whether you're navigating your own Sunday scaries or simply appreciating the beauty of raw, emotive storytelling, let KTJ & Carly's ‘Sundays’ “change your mind” about the week ahead.