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Devon Again's Debut EP "PEE" Is Golden

Updated: Dec 13, 2023

Los Angeles-based Devon Again, a 20-year-old silly little sonic deity from Denver has released her debut EP titled "PEE". Six amazingly crated tracks await your ears.

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Pee, it’s a liquid we’re all familiar with. Should be clear, but usually yellow, it’s an integral and under-celebrated part of the human experience. It’s also the title of musical mastermind Devon Again’s debut EP, which officially came out today. Comprised of 6 stellarly produced tracks, “PEE” covers themes of self-sabotage, lessons in adulting, navigating one’s own turmoils, and a love/hate relationship with LA. (Also: Devon released a teaser trailer on YouTube for “PEE” a few days ago, the concept and quality so impressive I felt like I was watching a preview for a new gritty-comedy HBO show, highly recommend you check that out here now - directed by herself and Ethan Frank.) The entire project is exceptionally great, and given this is the first official body of work from the alt. indie popstar, it’s safe to say Devon Again will become a name many will know.

At just 20 years old, Denverite Devon Again has cemented herself as one of the most talented up-and-comers currently stimulating Hollywood. From her legally insane vocal ability to her uniquely original, catchy hooks, all on top of an immediately likable, spunky personality - Devon Again is a certified treasure. Pookie has been avidly following this artist since they started releasing singles in 2021, and it is our Absolute Pleasure to provide you with our official guide to “PEE”, the wonderful debut EP by Devon Again. Let’s Get Into It.




“All My Fault”


The opening track of the EP, “All My Fault” is the perfect entry point for listeners. Detailing her tendency to self-sabotage, Devon Again sings lyrics like “There's something 'bout a downfall, feels like home / Just so comfy in my old clothes”. This line resonated heavily, wallowing in my own self-pity and desolation has definitely felt a little too good a time or two. This track’s production and execution is reminiscent of Superorganism, another favorite alt. indie pop gem of mine. I absolutely love the ending to this track, the production goes from fully fledged to stripped back for the final bars, allowing Devon’s vocal layers and adlibs to shine, the isolated hook vocal for the final ending is the perfect touch. Bravo.

“All My Fault” Written by Devon Again, Cameron Hale, and Jake Weinberg.




“HEAD”


My personal favorite song off the EP, “HEAD” is totally amazing. Incredibly dynamic, the production sways back and forth, expanding and dying down throughout the track. Lyrically, “HEAD” is about how it feels when your mind is so overwhelmed and overfilled, it feels impossible to let other people in. Basically saying to those around you “save yourself, don’t try to understand”. About the creation of “HEAD”, Devon Again shares, “I really wanted make something that felt as captivating as “High” [song by Slow Pulp] which is what inspired starting “HEAD” really soft and intimate and letting it explode for a second, come back down, and then build and build ‘til it kinda felt like it was overflowing.” So Good.

“HEAD” Written by Devon Again and Jon Buscema.





“Broke Mine Too”


Acoustic guitar strums and a repeated, murky vocal line start this song on a somber note before it immediately picks itself up with an upbeat, crunchy drum beat. “Broke Mine Too” has a slight folk feel to it, with the twangy guitars and Devon’s agile vocal taking center stage, while the production is still based on alt. Indie-pop sensibilities. This song deals with self-judgment and imposter syndrome, seen in lyrics:

“I broke your heart, but I broke mine too

'cause you deserve the world and i don't deserve you”. Overall, this song features a more prominent emphasis on vocals and lyrics, giving a more unfiltered look into the workings of Devon's mind.

“Broke Mine Too” Written by Devon Again and Cameron Hale.




“gum v9.1”


“gum v9.1” is my second Personal Pookie Favorite track on “PEE”. Starting similarly to “Broke Mine Too” with acoustic guitars and an echoed vocal line, this track is the most thoughtul, intimate of the bunch. A notable trumpet-like vocal motif cues the beginning of the first verse, and Devon dives into the topic of mistimed romance. All of Devon Again’s tracks are lyrically superior, however the chorus of this particular song might be my favorite lyrics of her’s to date: “I think I regret all the time we shared / I wish we had met when my head was all there / Would’ve never let you down kept my guts from spilling on your couch / Learn to keep my shit in my mouth”. Laidback garage-esque drums, layers of acoustic guitars, Devon’s sweet vocals, all ending on that same trumpety vocal motif that started it all. Wow. The Artistry Is Unmatched.

“gum v9.1” Written by Devon Again, Cameron Hale, Justin Donahue, and Lucas Arens.





“Shitty People”


This song has attitude. “I realized that I’ve got nothing left to lose but your bad breath and your smelling fucking shoes”, the opening line of this song tells you everything you need to know. “Shitty People” is cynical and pessimistic, and lives in the body of an upbeat gleeful feeling alt. pop track. The relationship between the percussion and the vocals drives this track, there’s also an undeniable R&B presence going on. Devon Again’s main vocal fills my ears, her gospel-like backing vocals sweeping through, sounds of the xylophone peak my ears. This song feels extremely uplifting while the lyrics are a bit of a contrast, dealing with the entities that have been holding Devon Again down.

“Shitty People” Written by Devon Again, Cameron Hale, and Jake Weinberg.






“Maybe That’s Why”


The final song off “PEE”, this track feels like the culmination of it all. Starring Devon Again’s supreme vocals, it opens with sounds of space lasers and an alienesque vocal, then dives right into the greatness. All the tell-tale qualities of Devon’s ingenious artistry are present: intricate vocal layers, sophisticated lyriciscm, and captivatingly zestful alternative indie production. The final minute of this song is pure, unfiltered bliss. Devon’s powerful, radiating vocals create an evangelical atmosphere, matched with the steady crashing of the cymbals, this is definitely the most cathartic moment off the whole project, and the perfect way to end an exceptional EP.

“Maybe That’s Why” Written by Devon Again, Cameron Hale, and Cooper Holzman.



“PEE”, the debut EP by Devon Again is Brilliant. One of most talented artists I’ve come across in recent time, her works continue to blow me away every time. These 6 tracks are so beautifully written and geniusly produced, “PEE” continues to push the envelope of what alt. indie pop music is and where it is headed. Devon Again is truly special, listen to her debut EP “PEE” now.




11/11


Devon Again


Pookie Los Angeles




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