Setting The Stage For The Most Intimate Project Yet

Bay Area-based singer-songwriter and producer Maya Unagi has unveiled her latest single, “Stumbling,” a beautifully understated track that reflects both personal growth and vulnerability. Lifted from her forthcoming EP Pieces (set for release in July 2025), the song is a serene departure from the noise of mainstream music, offering a moment of stillness amid the chaos of today’s digital landscape. The track explores themes of self-forgiveness and learning to trust life’s slower rhythms, making it an introspective and poignant addition to Unagi’s growing catalog.

Produced by Curran Sinha (Noname, Common), “Stumbling” features a lush blend of analogue textures, soft percussion, and the haunting beauty of harp, played by Sara Kawai. Unagi’s voice, both intimate and expansive, carries the emotional weight of the song with its gentle honesty. This is music that doesn’t demand attention, but instead invites listeners to step into a world where vulnerability is not a weakness but a quiet strength.

With Pieces, Unagi promises to continue pushing the boundaries of her sound, merging influences of classical music, jazz, and R&B into a deeply personal musical journey. In a music industry increasingly fixated on fleeting virality, “Stumbling” serves as a reminder that sometimes the most powerful statements come not with a bang, but with a whisper. It’s a song for those who believe in the power of pause—and for anyone finding their way through life’s uncertainties.

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