LACES is back with an electrifying new single, “American Grime,” featuring alt-pop powerhouse BELLSAINT. This track is a bold exploration of the American Dream’s darker side, raising the question of whether it’s a goal worth striving for or just a rigged system where we trade pieces of our soul for something unattainable. LACES confronts these themes with raw honesty, unearthing the harsh truths we’ve been conditioned to overlook.
With her signature introspective lyricism and a voice as soft as cashmere, LACES questions if the dream is even real, or if we’re just perpetually cleaning up a mess that never ends. BELLSAINT’s fierce, nostalgic energy amplifies the message, evoking the rebellious spirit of the ’60s counterculture, as she lends a delicate yet defiant vocal performance that complements LACES’ introspective style. Together, they create a layered, powerful anthem of resistance.
Produced by queer artist/producer Dresage, “American Grime” pushes the boundaries of alt-pop, delivering a sound that’s both timeless and incredibly current. LACES continues to solidify her place in the industry, fresh off high-profile syncs like NBC’s Found and Freeform’s Good Trouble, with this single marking another defining moment in her career.
BELLSAINT, known for her unapologetic presence in the alt-pop scene, shines alongside LACES, bringing a raw power that enhances the track’s critique of societal pressures. The two artists together create a hauntingly beautiful anthem, one that speaks directly to the dissonance between ambition and the cost we often pay to achieve it. “American Grime” is a gritty, reflective masterpiece, a testament to LACES’ ever-evolving artistry and BELLSAINT’s undeniable force.
