Jay Som - Belong [VINYL]
Jay Som - Belong [VINYL]
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Letting the half-decade of life and work since releasing 2019's Anak Ko filter not only into her songs but also her process, Melina Duterte, aka Jay Som, has opened up her music to herself and her memories, writing songs that revisit the sounds of her youth with the benefit of her experience as a musician, producer, and performer. No previous Jay Som album sounds quite like Belong, a gripping 11-song set about self-definition and, well, belonging, that floats between supercharged power-pop hits and hazy ballads, between electronic curiosities and lighters-up anthems.
Growing up with alt-rock radio outside of San Francisco, Melina memorised the hits of early ’00s pop-punk and emo as a teen. Fittingly, that is Jimmy Eat World’s Jim Adkins, one of those childhood heroes, offering background vocals on "Float"; whilst Hayley Williams lends soft harmonies on the arcing “Past Lives”, and Lexi Vega, of Mini Trees, contributes to "Cards On The Table", these three are Jay Som’s first-ever guest vocalists, representing Duterte’s push to try new things with people she trusts.
Since her last album, Melina decided to splurge on herself and her lifelong interest in recording. Purchasing a vintage Neve console, she committed herself to becoming more than her own home-recording engineer. Five years later, she now boasts a rich résumé of production and mixing credits, including on Lucy Dacus’ latest album Forever Is A Feeling, guest spots alongside the likes of Troye Sivan, No Rome and beabadoobee, a contribution to A24’s I Saw the TV Glow soundtrack, and a Grammy for her work on The Record by boygenius, the band she subsequently joined as a touring member. Yes, Jay Som itself has been on a bit of a break, but Duterte has been busier than ever.
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Letting the half-decade of life and work since releasing 2019's Anak Ko filter not only into her songs but also her process, Melina Duterte, aka Jay Som, has opened up her music to herself and her memories, writing songs that revisit the sounds of her youth with the benefit of her experience as a musician, producer, and performer. No previous Jay Som album sounds quite like Belong, a gripping 11-song set about self-definition and, well, belonging, that floats between supercharged power-pop hits and hazy ballads, between electronic curiosities and lighters-up anthems.
Growing up with alt-rock radio outside of San Francisco, Melina memorised the hits of early ’00s pop-punk and emo as a teen. Fittingly, that is Jimmy Eat World’s Jim Adkins, one of those childhood heroes, offering background vocals on "Float"; whilst Hayley Williams lends soft harmonies on the arcing “Past Lives”, and Lexi Vega, of Mini Trees, contributes to "Cards On The Table", these three are Jay Som’s first-ever guest vocalists, representing Duterte’s push to try new things with people she trusts.
Since her last album, Melina decided to splurge on herself and her lifelong interest in recording. Purchasing a vintage Neve console, she committed herself to becoming more than her own home-recording engineer. Five years later, she now boasts a rich résumé of production and mixing credits, including on Lucy Dacus’ latest album Forever Is A Feeling, guest spots alongside the likes of Troye Sivan, No Rome and beabadoobee, a contribution to A24’s I Saw the TV Glow soundtrack, and a Grammy for her work on The Record by boygenius, the band she subsequently joined as a touring member. Yes, Jay Som itself has been on a bit of a break, but Duterte has been busier than ever.
Track Listing
Cards On The Table
Float (feat. Jim Adkins)
What You Need
Appointments
Drop A
Past Lives (feat. Hayley Williams)
D.H.
Casino Stars
Meander / Sprouting Wings
A Million Reasons Why
Want It All
Details
- Product Type: Vinyl
- Barcode: 689492232016
- Release Date: October 10, 2025
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Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.
Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.
Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.
Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.
How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.
Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.
If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!