Nashville’s indie-rock force meg elsier shifts gears with her electrifying new single “sportscar [scrapped]”, the lead track from the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed debut spittake, set for release July 25 via Bright Antenna Records. The song arrives alongside a theatrical live performance video that redefines what a rock visual can be.
A High-Octane Emotional Journey
“sportscar [scrapped]” merges shimmering synths and grungy guitars into a dynamic indie-pop anthem, building from vulnerable verses to a cathartic, pedal-to-the-metal chorus. The track serves as a metaphor for elsier’s personal reckoning:
“I was identifying with my beat-up car—something shiny on the outside but burning out underneath,” she explains. “I’d perform this polished version of myself while internally crashing. This song captures that unsustainable duality.”
Originally considered as the title track for spittake (under the working name Check Engine Light On), “sportscar” now anchors the deluxe LP’s expanded narrative about growth and self-destruction.
Pushing Boundaries: The Live Video
Directed by longtime collaborator Jacq Justice, the accompanying “live” video transforms a performance into avant-garde theatre. Shot with cinematic flair, it blends raw energy with staged camp—a deliberate rebellion against typical rock visuals.
“Why can’t a fucking rock show be theatre? Why does it have to live in reality to be real?” elsier challenges. The result is a visually striking companion to the song’s emotional horsepower.
About the Artist: Raw Lyrics, Ethereal Sound
Since her 2024 debut, elsier has emerged as a standout voice in indie-rock, praised by DIY Magazine, CLASH, and OnesToWatch for her:
- Keen lyrical wit – Self-aware storytelling about messy adulthood
- Sonic contrast – Sweet vocals layered over gritty shoegaze guitars
- Visual artistry – Cohesive aesthetic spanning music and imagery
The spittake Deluxe edition deepens this signature style with:
✔ 17 tracks – Including unreleased demos and live recordings
✔ Limited vinyl – Now available for pre-order
✔ B-sides – Revealing her creative process
On the Road with Liz Cooper
Fresh off touring with Blondshell, elsier kicks off a mini-tour with Liz Cooper this week:
June 19 – Brooklyn, NY @ Union Pool
June 20 – Washington DC @ Comet Ping Pong
June 21 – Durham, NC @ The Pinhook
June 26 – Nashville, TN @ Soft Junk
Stream “sportscar [scrapped]”: ffm.to/sportscar
Why This Matters:
- Expanded Artistry – The deluxe edition reveals new layers of elsier’s debut
- Genre-Blurring Vision – Her fusion of rock, pop, and theatre defies conventions
- Growing Momentum – Following tours with Blondshell and critical acclaim
For fans of Snail Mail, Soccer Mommy, and Wednesday, “sportscar [scrapped]” proves meg elsier is accelerating toward indie-rock’s forefront. Buckle up.
The Pop Blog general news and updates, mostly from press releases and conferences.