Jae Stephens raises the bar with dual-single ‘I Miss The City / Gymnastics’
Jae Stephens is giving listeners another glimpse into her world with the release of ‘I Miss The City / Gymnastics’, a dual-single drop that captures two contrasting sides of the Dallas-born pop singer-songwriter ahead of the arrival of her debut album, 'AUDACITY'.
The back-to-back release gives Jae room to explore different moods without compromising the self-assured identity that has become central to her artistry. While the two records take distinctly different approaches, both revolve around independence, emotional boundaries and the freedom to move on from situations that no longer serve her.
‘I Miss The City’ marks something of a departure from Jae’s previous releases. Produced by MNEK, the track strips things back with a notably sparse production, placing greater emphasis on Jae’s songwriting and vocal performance. The restraint gives the record an intimate quality, allowing the emotion behind the song to come through without being drowned out by an overly elaborate arrangement.
On the other side of the release, ‘Gymnastics’ brings a little more movement to the equation. Produced by Dallas Caton, the track sees Jae effortlessly sidestep a pseudo-lover attempting to turn a casual fling into something more permanent. Her playful approach and refusal to be boxed into someone else’s expectations provide the record with a confident edge.
The juxtaposition is what makes the double drop particularly effective. ‘I Miss The City’ feels reflective and stripped-back, while ‘Gymnastics’ is more playful and evasive, yet both arrive from the same place of autonomy. Together, they demonstrate the breadth of Jae’s songwriting while reinforcing the themes that sit at the heart of 'AUDACITY'.
With the album set to arrive on September 25th, ‘I Miss The City / Gymnastics’ offers two very different reasons to pay attention. If these latest previews are anything to go by, 'AUDACITY' could be every bit as bold and multifaceted as its title suggests.
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