Let us talk about Sacha Mullin for a minute. For over twenty years, this Chicago based singer and teacher has quietly built an incredible catalog that somehow stayed under the radar of mainstream music fans. Winning local awards for pop artistry and education makes complete sense the second you drop the needle on Social Touch, his fourth solo full-length record. Teaming up with producer William Parker Wood, Mullin pushes his sound into a brighter, punchier space that grabs your attention right away and refuses to let go.
“Hypocenter” is a driving track featuring Emily Bindiger that sets a stellar pace for the journey ahead and it’s my favorite track from the album. You also get cuts like “Bed All Day”, which leans into a deeply infectious groove that stays in your head for days. What really pops across the tracklist is how much care goes into every single vocal layer. Sacha treats harmonies like distinct personalities rather than generic background decoration. Every guest contributor brings their own unique flavor, making these arrangements feel wonderfully lived-in and texturally rich.
Fans of genre-bending songwriting will find plenty to sink their teeth into here. Bits of rock, jazz, and classic pop bounce off each other naturally, creating a listening journey that feels entirely cohesive from beginning to end and you can tell this music comes from a lifetime of sharp artistic development and a genuine love for craft that never feels forced or overly calculated.
If you happen to be around Chicago this autumn, you might catch him celebrating the release over at Cafe Mustache alongside Bret Koontz and Sponj, or backing up MaryAnne Muglia down at Subterranean. There is a real sense of community woven into his daily work, whether he is mentoring young students or collaborating with multidisciplinary artists like DJ Zeetus Lapetus.
You really ought to check out these songs for yourself. Take some time to spin the record, and make sure you head over to his Instagram page to show some love and stay updated on what he drops next.
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