The Indie Stylistic Pivot & Journey You Won’t Want to Miss: Val Texas is Back With His Newest Single “Spin the gun”

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by Norah Jerinic-Brodeur

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Nashville-based indie artist, Val Texas, is back at it again with the release of his newest single, “Spin the gun.” Val Texas officially joined the indie music scene back in the summer of 2024 with releases of his early singles, “CHERRYRUSHING (DEMO)” and “Paper Cars.” Val Texas’ discography is both diverse and engaging, as he experiments with a variety of sonically creative ideas within the indie genre. Some songs feature slower/melodic guitar riffs, while others highlight his catchy more indie-pop vocals. 

Each Val Texas track features unique sound elements coupled with honest/relatable songwriting. His newest track, “Spin the gun”, is no exception. If anything, this single showcases Val Texas’ diversity and stylistic pivot which leaves listeners even more invested in his next steps as an artist. It is always so special to witness an artist experiment with different styles in their music, it truly feels like you are experiencing it alongside them.

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Not only is “Spin the gun” a track that utilizes dreamy guitar effects and achieves a neo-psychedelic sound, but its poetic lyricism takes listeners on an emotional journey. The song’s lyricism is vulnerable as it tells the story of what it is like to experience your future being placed in another’s hands. Whether it be making decisions solely to please others or relying on another person to validate your choices, the track encapsulates the emotionality of it all. Val Texas’ candid songwriting effectively leaves listeners feeling seen and ultimately connected to his music and their themes. 

After my deep dive into Val Texas’ discography,  I am genuinely curious and invested to see where he takes this sonic shift next. From the mellow indie tracks to the indie-pop/neo-psychedelic collisions there is truly a vibe for every indie fan here.  If you catch yourself listening to artists like Malcolm Todd, Dijon, or Dominic Fike, allow me to introduce you to your next indie artist fixation. We are stoked to see where Val Texas takes us all next, trust me we will be along for the ride. “Spin the gun” is out as we speak to stream on the music platform of your choice!