Boston-based rising pop artist Joshua Pearlstein dropped his latest single, “Just The Feeling,” on August 15th, and it’s already shaping up as a gritty, addictive ride through emotional highs and lows. Written and produced by Pearlstein himself, the track fuses pulsating rhythms, dirty synths, and his signature high, sensual vocals to explore the addictive pull of a toxic romance—though the “lover” here is more of a feeling, a high, than a person.
Drawing from Y2K-era pop while layering modern production techniques, the single balances stadium-ready chants with darker, underground undertones, creating an immediate and immersive sound. Lyrics like “You only call me when I’m solo / when I’m so low” and “LV’s go flying when I’m out of my mind” capture the intoxicating push and pull of desire, temptation, and emotional dependency.
Musically, “Just The Feeling” is a masterclass in tension and release. A trippy, ticking groove anchors the track, with deep basslines and heavy thumping beats giving it a dancefloor-ready edge. Pearlstein’s high voice cuts through with a hypnotic allure, over intriguing, saucy, and sensual vocal features. You have breathy hums and sensual huffs to harmonies that escalate into animalistic shrieks, making the song feel alive, unpredictable, and intensely engaging. Each element—vocal, synth, and rhythm—is meticulously placed, yet the track still feels effortless, like it’s pulsing on instinct as much as design.
Pearlstein’s storytelling is sharp and cinematic, reflecting his Berklee training and influences from icons like Michael Jackson, Prince, and The Weeknd. “Just The Feeling” is an experience, one that hits emotionally, physically, and sonically. Stay tuned to the sensation behind it all: Joshua Pearlstein, for more such hits.
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Review by: Naomi Joan