News for Hannah Jadagu

NEWS : THU, SEP 22, 2022 at 7:00 AM

Watch Hannah Jadagu’s Official Video For New Single “Say It Now”

Today, Thursday, September 22nd, 2022 marks the release of Hannah Jadagu’s (pron. juh-dah-goo) “Say It Now,” a new single and official video directed by Jade De Brito.  The song was written and arranged by Hannah, co-produced by Max Robert Baby and Hannah, and mixed by Marcus Linon in Paris, and is available today on all DSPs worldwide from Sub Pop.

Hannah is also announcing a run of UK and EU support and festival dates for November 2022. From Friday, November 4th through November 9th, she will support Secretly Canadian recording artist Faye Webster’s UK tour. Hannah will also perform at Pitchfork Music Festival London and Paris. Please find a current list of tour dates below. Preceding these shows, Hannah will support label mate Frankie Cosmos’ Friday, October 7th show at New York’s Knockdown Center. Please find a current list of dates below.
 
Oct. 07 - New York, NY - Knockdown Center ^
Fri. Nov. 04 - Leeds, UK - Brudenell Social Club [Sold Out] *
Sat. Nov. 05 - Glasgow, UK - Maryhill Community Central Halls *
Sun. Nov. 06 - Manchester, UK - Gorilla *
Tue. Nov. 08 - Bristol, UK - Thekla *
Wed. Nov. 09 - Brighton, UK - Komedia [Sold Out] *
Thu. Nov. 10 - London, UK - Pitchfork Music Festival London (@ Oslo)
Fri. Nov. 18 - Paris, FR - Pitchfork Music Festival Paris (@ Avant Garde)
*w/ Faye Webster
^ w/ Frankie Cosmos + IAN SWEET
 
“Say It Now“ is Hannah’s lone release for 2022, but keep an eye out for an as-yet-to-be-titled full length LP, due out sometime in 2023. It follows the single “All My Time Is Wasted” and What Is Going On?, her acclaimed debut EP, both released in 2021. 
 
Hailing from Mesquite, Texas and now residing in New York, the 20 year-old recorded and produced her early music all through her iPhone 7, using Garageband iOS, an iRig, microphone, and guitar. The resourcefulness paid off, earning Hannah early praise for her What Is Going On? and its prerelease singles. NPR Music said this, “Just glorious. Her voice, the production, these sweet reflective melodies. Just all works so well together.”
 
Since the release of What Is Going On?, Hannah toured steadily, playing shows and winning over audiences across the US and Europe, opening for the likes of the aforementioned Webster, Beach Fossils, Wild Nothing, Ritt Momney, Wet, Metronomy and Arlo Parks. Earlier this summer, Hannah also performed at Denmark’s Roskilde Festival in July.
 
What Is Going On?, “All My Time Is Wasted,” and “Say it Now” are available now from Sub Pop.
 
What people are saying about Hannah Jadagu:
“The New York via Texas transplant sings of trying to find her way in a myriad of inflection points in her life and in society. Whether it is racial and gender equality (“My Bones”), the crush of any given day (“Sundown”), or romantic tribulations (“What Is Going On?”), Jadagu wraps her concerns in shimmery layers of off-center pop frosting.” [What Is Going On?] - Under the Radar
 
“When immersed in the raw beauty of Hannah Jadagu’s SubPop debut EP, What is Going On?, many things spring to mind. How does she build such nuanced melodic tension with her lyrics? How does she write such introspectively brilliant lyrics?” - Ones to Watch
 
“Jadagu’s songs have an inherently chill quality that feel almost effortless.” [What Is Going On?]  - Dallas Observer
 
“The songs of her debut EP, What Is Going On?, were all written and recorded through her mobile phone, yet despite her limited resources, the songs sound lush, and perfectly formed, showing what can be done if you find a method that works for you.” - For the Rabbits



Posted by Abbie Gobeli

NEWS : MON, MAR 7, 2022 at 10:00 AM

Sub Pop x SXSW 2022

For the first time in years, it’s that time of year again…We are, of course, referring to the 2022 SxSW Music Festival in Austin, TX. And this year, Sub Pop artists Aeon Station, Naima Bock, Cartel Madras, CHAI, Hannah Jadagu, Kiwi Jr., Pissed Jeans, and Weyes Blood will all appear at the once-again-annual music festival and BBQ buffet. Please find a complete schedule for each artist below.

Aeon Station

THURSDAY, MARCH 17th

5:25 PM / Hipster Robot Showcase @ Side Bar

602 E 7th St., Austin, TX 78701

1:00 AM / SXSW Showcase @ Elysium 

705 Red River St., Austin, TX 78701

FRIDAY, MARCH 18th

1:30 PM / Brooklyn Vegan Showcase @ TBD

6:15 PM / Midgetmen’s Jumpstart 14

602 E 7th St., Austin, TX 78701

10:00 PM / Pellicular Works @ Soundspace Captain Quackenbush’s Coffeehouse

5326 Menchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78745


Naima Bock

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16th

1:00 PM / IFPA (Global Street Farm) @ Idle Hands 

Address: 85 Rainey St

THURSDAY, MARCH 17th

8:00 PM / St. David’s Bethell Hall @ St. David’s Episcolpal Church

301 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

FRIDAY, MARCH 18th

11:00 PM / British Underground Happening @ Seller’s Underground

213 W 4th St., Austin, TX 78701


Cartel Madras

THURSDAY, MARCH 17th

11:00  PM / Range Magazine @ Lucille

Address: 77 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

FRIDAY, MARCH 18th

12:00 PM / Billboard Panel Discussion @ Samsung/Galaxy house.

Panel Topic: Three LGBTQ+ acts with experience exploring their musicianship at a young age speak about the evolution of their craft and how that impacted the ways in which they came to celebrate their sexual identities.

10:00 PM / Jaded presents @ 3TEN ACL LIVE

310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701


CHAI

FRIDAY, MARCH 18th

11:00 PM / Jaded presents @ 3TEN ACL LIVE

310 W Willie Nelson Blvd., Austin, TX 78701


Hannah Jadagu 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16th

10:40 PM / SXSW Showcase @ Cheer Up Charlies

900 Red River St., Austin, TX 78701


Kiwi Jr.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17th

5:00 PM / Austin Convention Center - Ballroom A

500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

12:00 AM / ELYSIUM

705 Red River St., Austin TX 78701


FRIDAY, MARCH 18TH

9:00 pm- 9:40 PM/ Aquarium Drunkard @ Lucille

77 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701


Pissed Jeans

SATURDAY, MARCH 19th

5:00 PM / Fiesta Destructo @ Hotel Vegas

1502 E 6th St., Austin, TX 78702


Weyes Blood (solo performance)

THURSDAY, MARCH 17th

TBD / Luck Reunion @ Luck Ranch 

100 Bee Creek Rd., Spicewood, TX 78669


Posted by Abbie Gobeli

NEWS : TUE, OCT 5, 2021 at 7:00 AM

Hannah Jadagu shares new single “All My Time Is Wasted” - Headlines Brooklyn’s Sultan Room on October 29th

AND… Supporting Wild Nothing and Beach Fossils through November 1st.

Today, October 5th, Hannah Jadagu (pron. juh-dah-goo) is releasing “All My Time Is Wasted,” a new single out worldwide on all DSPs from Sub Pop. The song features lyrics and arrangements from Hannah, was composed and co-produced by the singer and Huck, and includes guest backing vocals from Frankie Cosmos.
 
Hannah says, “’All My Time Is Wasted’ is a song I began writing last year during my first semester in college. The hook came to me after feeling very inadequate, despite the new adjustments, hard work, and risks I had been taking. Recently I finished writing it (the song) this summer post my first year at school, new job, and new opportunities. It’s a feeling I always feel!”

“All My Time Is Wasted” follows the release of What Is Going On?, her acclaimed EP released earlier this year.
 
Hannah’s previously announced fall 2021 tour dates (Links here) supporting Wild Nothing and Beach Fossils, which are currently underway, run through November 1st at New York’s Brooklyn Steel. 

Additionally, on October 29th, 2021, Hannah has announced a headline show at the Sultan Room in Brooklyn. 

Tue. Oct. 05 - Indianapolis, IN - The Vogue *
Wed. Oct. 06 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall *
Thu. Oct. 07 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall *
Fri. Oct. 08 - St. Paul, MN - Amsterdam Bar and Hall *
Sat. Oct. 09 - Iowa City, IA - Gabe’s Oasis *
Sun. Oct. 10 - Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater *
Wed. Oct. 13 - Dallas, TX - Gas Monkey Live!*
Thu. Oct. 14 - Austin, TX - The Mohawk *
Fri. Oct.15 - San Antonio, TX - Paper Tiger *
Sat. Oct. 16 - Houston, TX - Satellite Bar *
Mon. Oct. 18 - Tampa, FL - The Ritz Ybor *
Wed. Oct. 20 - Miami, FL - The Ground *
Thu. Oct. 21 - Orlando, FL - Beacham Theatre *
Fri. Oct. 22  - Gainesville, FL - High Dive *
Sat. Oct. 23 - Athens, GA - Georgia Theater *
Mon. Oct. 25 - Charlotte, NC - The Underground *
Tue. Oct. 26 - Richmond, VA - The Broadberry *
Wed. Oct. 27 - Washington, DC - 9:30 Club *
Thu. Oct. 28 - Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer *
Fri. Oct. 29 - Brooklyn, NY - The Sultan Room
Sat. Oct. 30 - Boston, MA - Royale *
Mon. Nov. 01 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Steel *
* w/ Wild Nothing + Beach Fossils
 
What people are saying about Hannah Jadagu:
“…Just glorious. Her voice, the production, these sweet reflective melodies. Just all works so well together.” [What Is Going On?]- NPR Music
 
“The New York via Texas transplant sings of trying to find her way in a myriad of inflection points in her life and in society. Whether it is racial and gender equality (“My Bones”), the crush of any given day (“Sundown”), or romantic tribulations (“What Is Going On?”), Jadagu wraps her concerns in shimmery layers of off-center pop frosting.” [What Is Going On?] - Under the Radar
 
“When immersed in the raw beauty of Hannah Jadagu’s SubPop debut EP, What is Going On?, many things spring to mind. How does she build such nuanced melodic tension with her lyrics? How does she write such introspectively brilliant lyrics?” - Ones to Watch
 
“Jadagu’s songs have an inherently chill quality that feel almost effortless.” [What Is Going On?]  - Dallas Observer
 
“The songs of her debut EP, What Is Going On?, were all written and recorded through her mobile phone, yet despite her limited resources, the songs sound lush, and perfectly formed, showing what can be done if you find a method that works for you.” - For the Rabbits


Posted by Rachel White

NEWS : MON, JUN 21, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Hannah Jadagu to embark on her first-ever tour supporting Beach Fossils and Wild Nothing’s co-headlining dates this fall

Hannah Jadagu (pron. juh-dah-goo) will embark on her first-ever tour, supporting Wild Nothing and Beach Fossils co-headlining trek, this fall. The 22-date midwest, southern, and east coast jaunt begins Monday, October 4th and runs through Monday, November 1st, 2021, and will have stops in Cleveland, Chicago, Indianapolis, St. Paul, Iowa City, Lawrence, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Tampa, Miami, Orlando, Gainesville, Athens, Charlotte, Richmond, DC, Philadelphia, Boston, and Brooklyn. Tickets for the tour go on sale Friday, June 25th at noon (LOCAL).
 
Preceding the tour, Hannah will perform at WDST’s Sunset Sessions with Elijah Wolf on Friday, July 23rd at Opus 40 in Saugerties, NY. Please find a full list of tour dates below.
 
For these dates, Hannah will be supporting What Is Going On?, her acclaimed, five-song debut EP, out now on all DSPs from Sub Pop. Hailing from Mesquite, Texas and now residing in New York, the incredibly resourceful 19 year-old records and produces her music all through her iPhone 7. Using Garageband iOS, an iRig, microphone, and guitar, Hannah has found a process that has served her well so far in her young recording career.
 
Fri. Jul. 23 - Saugerties, NY - WDST Sunset Sessions @ Opus 40 ^
Mon. Oct. 04 - Cleveland, OH - Beachland Ballroom *
Tue. Oct. 05 - Indianapolis, IN - The Vogue *
Wed. Oct. 06 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall *
Thu. Oct. 07 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall *
Fri. Oct. 08 - St. Paul, MN - Amsterdam Bar and Hall *
Sat. Oct. 09 - Iowa City, IA - Gabe’s Oasis *
Sun. Oct. 10 - Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater *
Wed. Oct. 13 - Dallas, TX - GMBG *
Thu. Oct. 14 - Austin, TX - The Mohawk *
Fri. Oct.15 - San Antonio, TX - Paper Tiger *
Sat. Oct. 16 - Houston, TX - Satellite Bar *
Mon. Oct. 18 - Tampa, FL - The Ritz Ybor *
Wed. Oct. 20 - Miami, FL - The Ground *
Thu. Oct. 21 - Orlando, FL - Beacham Theatre *
Fri. Oct. 22  - Gainesville, FL - High Dive *
Sat. Oct. 23 - Athens, GA - Georgia Theater *
Mon. Oct. 25 - Charlotte, NC - The Underground *
Tue. Oct. 26 - Richmond, VA - The Broadberry *
Wed. Oct. 27 - Washington, DC - 9:30 Club *
Thu. Oct. 28 - Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer *
Sat. Oct. 30 - Boston, MA - Royale *
Mon. Nov. 01 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Steel *
* w/ Wild Nothing + Beach Fossils
^ w/ Elijah Wolf
 
What people are saying about Hannah Jadagu:
“…Just glorious. Her voice, the production, these sweet reflective melodies. Just all works so well together.” [What Is Going On?]- NPR Music
 
“The New York via Texas transplant sings of trying to find her way in a myriad of inflection points in her life and in society. Whether it is racial and gender equality (“My Bones”), the crush of any given day (“Sundown”), or romantic tribulations (“What Is Going On?”), Jadagu wraps her concerns in shimmery layers of off-center pop frosting.” [What Is Going On?] - Under the Radar
 
“When immersed in the raw beauty of Hannah Jadagu’s SubPop debut EP, What is Going On?, many things spring to mind. How does she build such nuanced melodic tension with her lyrics? How does she write such introspectively brilliant lyrics?” - Ones to Watch
 
“Jadagu’s songs have an inherently chill quality that feel almost effortless.” - Dallas Observer
 
“A catchy dose of indie/dream pop that makes good on the promise of Hannah’s Soundcloud singles.” [“Think Too Much”] - Brooklyn Vegan
 
“She does a great job of expressing a sense of being trapped in a loop of negative thoughts (“why does it feel like I’m digging a hole?”) while keeping the music light and breezy.” [“Think Too Much” / “20 Best Rock Songs Right Now”] - The FADER
 
“The title track of the debut EP from 18-year-old New York-by-way-of-Texas singer/songwriter Hannah Jadagu,” What is Going On?” is one of the better ‘song of the summer’ candidates we’ve heard thus far in this young year. With a Strat as her weapon of choice, Jadagu coats the song’s anxious lyrics with a breezy, perfect ’n’ simple riff. Just the right touch of distortion, a catchy lead guitar hook, and warm washes of synths as background muscle? Can’t ask for much more than that.” - Guitar World
 
“An immediate charmer—dreamy melodies emboldened by a neurotic interiority—and maybe the greatest song about fearing turning 23 since Blink-182’s “What’s My Age Again?”  [“Think Too Much”] - Jezebel
 
 “Dreamy synths and beats” [“Think Too Much” / 40 Artists You Need To Hear/March] - Alternative Press
 
“The songs of her debut EP, What Is Going On?, were all written and recorded through her mobile phone, yet despite her limited resources, the songs sound lush, and perfectly formed, showing what can be done if you find a method that works for you.” - For the Rabbits
 
“A colorful dose of sweet, soaring psych and folk seems to coalesce into its own new genre… “Think Too Much” is intimate, but feels like it was always meant to be shared not with a diary, but a full audience: Jadagu’s dazzling performance is underscored by haunting lyrics that delve into one’s inner demons, uncertainties, and self-doubts – and an ethereal, catchy chorus all about overcoming these obstacles.” - Atwood Magazine
 
“Will delight your ears and …will warm your heart.” [“Think Too Much”] - Closed Captioned
 
“The near 3-minute track begins with melodic guitar strumming before light drums kick in and give the song the feeling of a great summer pop tune. As Jadagu’s soft, gorgeous voice swears “It’s all in your head,” backing vocals from a group falsetto choir bring the song’s energy to life even more.” [“Think Too Much”] - MXDWN
 
“The track spans just under 3 minutes long and it captures a rosy, youthful wonder. Jadagu’s dreamy vocals paired with the lo-fi instrumentation gives “Think Too Much” a light bedroom pop haze. There’s a feelgood nature to the track, especially with its jangly guitars and upbeat bounce.” [“Think Too Much”] - Abduction Radiation
 
“[A] brilliant letter of introduction…” [“Think Too Much”] -  Binaural
 
“The single features a chorus-drenched riff and phased strums reminiscent of the Beach Fossils guitar sound. The crisp packet drum sound is loaded with lo-fi tones and a tinge of hip hop. Hannah’s vocals are addictively sentimental, the melody echoed by the jovial lead guitar.” [“What Is Going On?”] - The Most Radicalist
 
“Invitingly-vernal and open-hearted…” [“Think Too Much”] - The Autumn Roses


Hannah Jadagu
What Is Going On?


Tracklisting:
1. My Bones
2. Sundown
3. Think Too Much
4. What Is Going On?
5. Bleep Bloop

 


Posted by Abbie Gobeli

NEWS : FRI, APR 23, 2021 at 7:00 AM

Hannah Jadagu shares the official video for “Sundown,” a standout from What Is Going On?, her digital EP, available today worldwide from Sub Pop

What Is Going On? the five-song debut EP of bedroom pop from singer, songwriter, and producer Hannah Jadagu (pron. juh-dah-goo) is out now on all DSPs from Sub Pop.
 
Today, she is sharing the official video for “Sundown,” which she co-directed with her manager Ava Solomon. Hannah says of the video, “We shot this video on iPhone because we really wanted to tap into the DIY vibe of the project, especially since it’s how I made the EP.  I also wanted it to capture friendship and my teenage years. I feel this “Sundown” video really ties the whole EP together.”




“Sundown” was the first song that helped Hannah realize that music could be a way to express what she was otherwise unable to articulate. She says,“‘Sundown’ takes place when I was a junior in high school and I decided to write a song about how I was feeling at the time,” she says. “I was exhausted from schoolwork, extracurricular activities, college-prep, and overall life of being a pre-college teen. ‘Sundown’ was a way for me to express thoughts I’d kept to myself.” She continues, “Sonically, this song is layered with many different background vocals, uses of reverb, chorus and pitch shift. It’s very telling of the music I was consuming at the moment.”
 
Hailing from Mesquite, Texas and now residing in New York, the incredibly resourceful 18 year-old records and produces her music all through her iPhone 7. Using Garageband iOS, an iRig, microphone, and guitar, Hannah has found a process that has served her well so far in her young recording career.
 
Hannah released What Is Going On?’s first single “Think Too Much,” which was warmly received by outlets like Jezebel who raved,  “An immediate charmer—dreamy melodies emboldened by a neurotic interiority—and maybe the greatest song about fearing turning 23 since Blink-182’s “What’s My Age Again?” Meanwhile, Alternative Press noted it for “dreamy synths and beats” and Brooklyn Vegan called it “A catchy dose of indie/dream pop that makes good on the promise of Hannah’s Soundcloud singles.”
 
What people are saying about Hannah Jadagu:
“She does a great job of expressing a sense of being trapped in a loop of negative thoughts (“why does it feel like I’m digging a hole?”) while keeping the music light and breezy.” [“Think Too Much” / “20 Best Rock Songs Right Now”] - The FADER
 
“Jadagu’s songs have an inherently chill quality that feel almost effortless.” - Dallas Observer
 
“A colorful dose of sweet, soaring psych and folk seems to coalesce into its own new genre… “Think Too Much” is intimate, but feels like it was always meant to be shared not with a diary, but a full audience: Jadagu’s dazzling performance is underscored by haunting lyrics that delve into one’s inner demons, uncertainties, and self-doubts – and an ethereal, catchy chorus all about overcoming these obstacles.” - Atwood Magazine
 
“Will delight your ears and …will warm your heart.” [“Think Too Much”] - Closed Captioned
 
“The track spans just under 3 minutes long and it captures a rosy, youthful wonder. Jadagu’s dreamy vocals paired with the lo-fi instrumentation gives “Think Too Much” a light bedroom pop haze. There’s a feelgood nature to the track, especially with its jangly guitars and upbeat bounce.” [“Think Too Much”] - Abduction Radiation
 
“Invitingly-vernal and open-hearted…” [“Think Too Much”] - The Autumn Roses
 
“The near 3-minute track begins with melodic guitar strumming before light drums kick in and give the song the feeling of a great summer pop tune. As Jadagu’s soft, gorgeous voice swears “It’s all in your head,” backing vocals from a group falsetto choir bring the song’s energy to life even more. The video for “Think Too Much” was directed Cameron Livesey and features Jadagu and a group of friends wander through a city-scape of bridges, trains and streets, singing along to the positive tune.”  [“Think Too Much”] - MXDWN
 
“[A] brilliant letter of introduction…” [“Think Too Much”] -  Binaural
 
“The title track of the debut EP from 18-year-old New York-by-way-of-Texas singer/songwriter Hannah Jadagu, What is Going On? is one of the better ‘song of the summer’ candidates we’ve heard thus far in this young year. With a Strat as her weapon of choice, Jadagu coats the song’s anxious lyrics with a breezy, perfect ’n’ simple riff. Just the right touch of distortion, a catchy lead guitar hook, and warm washes of synths as background muscle? Can’t ask for much more than that.”  [“What Is Going On?”] - Guitar World
 
“The single features a chorus-drenched riff and phased strums reminiscent of the Beach Fossils guitar sound. The crisp packet drum sound is loaded with lo-fi tones and a tinge of hip hop. Hannah’s vocals are addictively sentimental, the melody echoed by the jovial lead guitar.” [“What Is Going On?”] - The Most Radicalist

 


Hannah Jadagu
What Is Going On?


Tracklisting:
1. My Bones
2. Sundown
3. Think Too Much
4. What Is Going On?
5. Bleep Bloop


Posted by Abbie Gobeli

NEWS : WED, MAR 17, 2021 at 7:00 AM

Hannah Jadagu shares the official video for “What Is Going On?,” the title track from her forthcoming EP

On April 23rd, 2021, Sub Pop will digitally release What Is Going On? the five-song debut EP of bedroom pop from singer, songwriter, and producer Hannah Jadagu (pron. juh-dah-goo). Today, she is sharing the official video for the EP’s title track, directed by Cameron Livesey (who directed her video for the single “Think Too Much”).

Hannah says of the video, “For the ‘Think Too Much’ video I collaborated with my friends to create a juxtaposition between the message of the song, in which I sing about anxieties and societal pressures, and the music video, which depicts my friends and I just enjoying New York. When thinking of ideas for the ‘What Is Going On?’ video, I was certain that I wanted to take a different approach. Originally, I just had a loose vision of a rooftop band scene and worked hard to make that happen. However, during the editing process, Cameron and I felt we were missing something. That something was a storyline. So, I decided to bring in actors Sarah Tie and Joseph McCain. Through their work, we were able to really bring the lyrics to life.”



Last month, Hannah released her single “Think Too Much,” which was warmly received by outlets like Jezebel who raved,  “An immediate charmer—dreamy melodies emboldened by a neurotic interiority—and maybe the greatest song about fearing turning 23 since Blink-182’s “What’s My Age Again?” Meanwhile, Alternative Press noted it for “dreamy synths and beats” and Brooklyn Vegan called it “A catchy dose of indie/dream pop that makes good on the promise of Hannah’s Soundcloud singles.”
 
Hailing from Mesquite, Texas and now residing in New York, the incredibly resourceful 18 year-old records and produces her music all through her iPhone 7. Using Garageband iOS, an iRig, microphone, and guitar, Hannah has found a process that has served her well so far in her young recording career. The songs on What Is Going On? encapsulate the thoughts, hopes, and fears of growing up as a young Black woman in the U.S. with themes of empowerment and a wise-beyond-her-years worldview weaved throughout.
 
“My Bones,” the powerful opening statement from What Is Going On?, holds great meaning for Hannah. “With the influx of media coverage of Black women going missing, being murdered, and the lack of care there is for Black women in general, both within this country and the world, I wanted to dedicate a song to it,” she says. “I kept the lyric brief, writing ‘You could take my bones and place them home, they won’t find out’ because I felt those words spoke enough to the situation.”
 
“Sundown” was the first song that helped Hannah realize that music could be a way to express what she was otherwise unable to articulate.“‘Sundown’ takes place when I was a junior in high school and I decided to write a song about how I was feeling at the time,” she says. “I was exhausted from schoolwork, extracurricular activities, college-prep, and overall life of being a pre-college teen. ‘Sundown’ was a way for me to express thoughts I’d kept to myself.” She continues, “Sonically, this song is layered with many different background vocals, uses of reverb, chorus and pitch shift. It’s very telling of the music I was consuming at the moment.”
 
“‘Think Too Much’ is the only song that I’d written with the intent of putting it on an EP,” Hannah says. “I was challenging myself to make a song that was high energy, fun, and a ‘bop.’ At the time, I remember listening to a lot of Dayglow, Jean Dawson, and Winnetka Bowling League, and thinking to myself, ‘These people are making such catchy and fun songs without even trying.’ Then I thought to myself, ‘You’re overthinking this.’ I asked all my friends what they thought about ‘too much,’ compiled their responses, chose some fun chords and rhythms inspired by Snail Mail and Phoenix, and went to work.”
 
The title track “What Is Going On?” was a rewrite of a past demo she had originally posted to Soundcloud. The song talks about the sort of confusion that comes with the infatuation you can have for someone. “It’s very much my only attempt at an anthem for teenage love,’’ laughs Hannah. “When I had originally posted the demo, people really loved it. However, there wasn’t much of a story to tell. So eventually I took it down until I had an experience that inspired me. I FaceTimed my sister about it, and she encouraged me to practically rewrite the whole song. In terms of the production side, I wanted to tap into the rockstar in me, heavily influenced by Clairo/Rostam, Deb Never, and Beabadoobee. This song was definitely my favorite to produce.”

“Bleep Bloop” was written during Hannah’s first semester of senior year. “I couldn’t seem to sleep one night, so I just grabbed my guitar and started singing/playing what came to mind. Most of the lyrics blossomed out of a singular freestyle without much premeditation,” she says. “The song both acknowledges and battles with the idea that we as young people are often expected to just ‘deal with it,’ and the lack of awareness for our mental health. While I feel that I am very privileged, I still think it’s okay to not feel good, and be able to talk about it. The production on this track is sort of an homage to Dijon’s ‘Nico’s Red Truck,’ a song I was super obsessed with at the time. I was also listening to a lot of SZA’s ‘20 Something’ and Frank Ocean.”
 
Hannah concludes, “What Is Going On? will always be special to me. It represents my first project, and it’s full of my thoughts and emotions during my own personal experiences, and also what was happening in the world. It truly is like seeing through my exterior, and getting to know me over the past few years, in just a matter of 30 minutes.”
 
What Is Going On? strikes us as pretty special, too. Same with Hannah. And all that is plainly obvious in just a matter of 30 minutes.

What people are saying about Hannah Jadagu:
“She does a great job of expressing a sense of being trapped in a loop of negative thoughts (“why does it feel like I’m digging a hole?”) while keeping the music light and breezy.” [“Think Too Much” / “20 Best Rock Songs Right Now”] - The FADER
 
“Jadagu’s songs have an inherently chill quality that feel almost effortless.” - Dallas Observer
 
“A colorful dose of sweet, soaring psych and folk seems to coalesce into its own new genre… “Think Too Much” is intimate, but feels like it was always meant to be shared not with a diary, but a full audience: Jadagu’s dazzling performance is underscored by haunting lyrics that delve into one’s inner demons, uncertainties, and self-doubts – and an ethereal, catchy chorus all about overcoming these obstacles.” - Atwood Magazine
 
“Will delight your ears and …will warm your heart.” [“Think Too Much”] - Closed Captioned
 
“The track spans just under 3 minutes long and it captures a rosy, youthful wonder. Jadagu’s dreamy vocals paired with the lo-fi instrumentation gives “Think Too Much” a light bedroom pop haze. There’s a feelgood nature to the track, especially with its jangly guitars and upbeat bounce.” [“Think Too Much”] - Abduction Radiation
 
“Invitingly-vernal and open-hearted…” [“Think Too Much”] - The Autumn Roses
 
“The near 3-minute track begins with melodic guitar strumming before light drums kick in and give the song the feeling of a great summer pop tune. As Jadagu’s soft, gorgeous voice swears “It’s all in your head,” backing vocals from a group falsetto choir bring the song’s energy to life even more. The video for “Think Too Much” was directed Cameron Livesey and features Jadagu and a group of friends wander through a city-scape of bridges, trains and streets, singing along to the positive tune.”  [“Think Too Much”] - MXDWN
 
“[A] brilliant letter of introduction…” [“Think Too Much”] -  Binaural


Hannah Jadagu
What Is Going On?

Tracklisting:
1. My Bones
2. Sundown
3. Think Too Much
4. What Is Going On?
5. Bleep Bloop


Posted by Abbie Gobeli