Music: A Sullen Stare: Still Blank's "Same Sun"

Still Blank is a new, enigmatic transatlantic duo composed of Jordy from Kaua'i, Hawaii, and Ben from Manchester, UK. Their sound is often described as "sullen folk-grunge," drawing from shoegaze, grunge, and folk influences while maintaining a minimalist and emotionally rich quality. They've gained attention for their ability to blend dark, charged atmospheres with vulnerable and confrontational songwriting.

The duo's creative partnership began from an unlikely meeting in the UK, sparking a "lightning-in-a-bottle" connection. Their music is born from introspection and their surroundings, with lyrics inspired by people-watching, dreams, nature, and existential observation. This has led to a sound that has been compared to artists like Yo La Tengo, Big Thief, and Cat Power.

The song "Same Sun" is a bleak and haunting track that reflects the duo's signature sound. The lyrics evoke a sense of paranoia and emotional numbness.

The song's title, "Same Sun," can be seen as a metaphor for a shared, inescapable reality, one that is both beautiful and terrifying. The lyrics suggest a world in which violence and destruction have

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