Friend Slash Lover Go Pro-Health With New Single

Ok, so it's not exactly a song you'd hear your doctor singing, but the song is called "Hellthy"(Fun Pun, right?) and it's a bit of a step away from what you might have heard if you'd been listening to Friend Slash Lover in the past. The song actually covers something a bit darker, but still has a sense of positivity to it. They've struck again, and this time, I'm here for the scoop.

As the banner says, it's available on Spotify. This track apparently takes the group in a new direction. Unfortunately, this is my first experience with them, but I think I'd prefer the new electronic sound. It has a sound that I can only compare to Death Cab For Cutie, but still that doesn't seem like a fair comparison. Their vocalist has a light and airy voice, their sound is relaxed and flowing, and the vocals are layered in a way that can be interpreted in many different ways. Short answer: It's a good track.

"Hellthy" is one of the most relatable tracks I've heard in a good while. It deals with a relationship that is toxic, and the only way that the person can get better is to leave. Like most people, however, they resist change and stay because it's comfortable. I can't say everyone has been through this, but I know a lot have. It's left purposefully vague to allow people to meld it to their situation. It doesn't say why the relationship was bad, it just says it was.

The mastermind behind Friend Slash Lover, Josh Mintz, is hosting his own art show in conjunction with the single's release. The show, "It Was My Idea To Steal That Idea" is a collection of visual and musical arts that started out simply being postings via Josh's social media accounts. It has since grown into a huge project and will premier at the NOMAD Art Compound in LA June 29, 7PM to 12AM.

For now, you can grab the single on iTunes.