With a sound that recalls Bonnie Raitt, Norah Jones, and Cleo Sol, Molly Bogin pairs emotional vocals with superb jazz instrumentation and soothing arrangements. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, who is also a visual designer and MSW candidate, brings a unique perspective to her writing. Hailing from Western Massachusetts, she has crossed the country six times, establishing roots in Brooklyn and Los Angeles alongside plenty of temporary stays in between. Critics and listeners alike have noticed the amazing potential in her work and now she’s delivering a new single titled “Insomniac.”
“Insomniac,” her latest outing, opens with an unhurried low end, letting the bassline anchor the track before jazzy undertones drift into focus. It is an introduction built on space and mood, giving way to a vocal delivery that is both grounded and commanding. When the percussion enters, it locks into the rhythm with an effortless precision that matches the song's nocturnal pulse.
Leaning into a cross-genre space reminiscent of Fiona Apple and Adele, “Insomniac” functions with a dual-threat versatility. It works equally well as foreground listening or as atmospheric accompaniment for late-night study sessions or low-lit dinner conversations. Bogin constructs a soundscape that adapts to its environment without losing its distinctive edge.
Built on producer Will Saulsky's takes and topped with Bogin’s talent, “Insomniac” draws inspiration from Charlotte Day Wilson and Erykah Badu. Bogin wrote the track out one night when she was exhausted from a hard day, capturing the half-awake stream of consciousness that hit while she sat up in bed trying to chart out her anxiety. Though sleeplessness affects millions, "Insomniac" leans into the quiet isolation of those hours, creating something deeply relatable.
“Insomniac” offers a suave, easy-going current that balances late-night introspection with an inviting groove.
Listen to “Insomniac” and connect with Molly Bogin on Instagram and TikTok.
