Suburban Tensions In Standout Track

At just 23 years old, Jess Yaffa is emerging as a powerful voice in pop-rock, blending emotional depth with rebellious flair. Today, Yaffa shares the official lyric video for “Suburban Dystopia,” a raw and reflective track from her debut album, Thoughts That Keep Me Up At Night.

The lyric video captures the restless spirit of the song.

Produced by Grammy winner Scott Jacoby (Coldplay, John Legend, Vampire Weekend), Thoughts That Keep Me Up At Night showcases Yaffa’s knack for anthemic choruses and heartfelt songwriting. Her hands-on approach—writing all of her songs, directing her visuals, and shaping her brand is garnering attention.

Jess Yaffa is more than a promising newcomer—she’s a bold, self-possessed artist redefining what it means to make honest, genre-bending music.

Critics have praised her debut as a standout release. The Big Takeover described the album as “a near-perfect debut that blends infectious pop hooks with astute, singer-songwriter vibes and indie authenticity with just enough rock and roll weight to power things along”. New York State Music highlighted the album as “a kaleidoscopic collection that cements Yaffa’s place as a compelling new voice in pop-rock”.

Yaffa's debut album serves as a coming-of-age journey, reflecting on love, self-discovery, and the uncertainties that haunt late-night thoughts. With her unique fusion of raw emotion and rebellious energy, Jess Yaffa is poised to make a significant impact on the pop-rock genre.

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