22:01

Singer-songwriter Som blends the emotive melodies of J-pop with the refined grooves of K-R&B and lo-fi. Capturing the subtle shifts in feeling that arise in everyday life-often too small to put into words-Som gives them shape through spacious lyrics and melodies. A husky, gentle voice and inviting beats create an intimate atmosphere, as though Som were speaking to you from across the same room.

Out November 6, the EP "22:01" features five tracks: "TAKE1," "Garari," "Tentai," "hibana," and "Midnight." Feelings for someone special, the rush of a budding romance, the hope that its warmth will last, and the resolve to move forward despite uncertainty run through the collection. Together, these honest, relatable emotions offer a window into Som's musical world.

Blending R&B with a driving band sound, "Garari" is a J-pop track about embracing the present moment, even when the past leaves you shaken and the future feels uncertain. "Tentai" evokes feelings for a loved one through imagery of the night sky, while "hibana" draws on the fleeting heat of a spark and the gentle warmth of coffee to express both the excitement of falling in love and the desire for a lasting connection. "Midnight" captures the everyday struggle to keep moving forward. Alongside "TAKE1," these songs reveal different shades of emotional vulnerability and human connection.

Som continues to reach new audiences, with a cover feature on Spotify's "Fresh Finds Japan," placements on editorial playlists across major streaming services, and performances at Spotify and Starbucks' "Brew to the Beat Fest" and "BLUEW," presented by TuneCore Japan and BLUE NOTE PLACE. Guided by the idea of making "music that lets you take a breath," this EP offers warmth and companionship through everyday struggles and small moments of joy, meeting listeners wherever they are.