BRISTON MARONEY — Normal Heights LP

Briston Maroney – NORMAL HEIGHTs LP appears on Many Hats as catalogue BM1IEX, a 12-inch vinyl that situates itself in the electro-experimental realm. The record arrives fresh from the label’s spring slate, following Underoath’s “They’re Only Chasing Safety LP” (UO1IEX, earlier 2026) and sharing its release date with Maroney’s own BM1LP entry, underscoring a moment of concentrated output for the artist on Many Hats. The Many Hats catalogue this year is marked by a blend of emotive songwriting and forward-thinking production, and NORMAL HEIGHTs LP adds a personal narrative thread to that mix. According to the artist’s own notes, the four songs were written during a brief stint in rehab at age twenty and recorded shortly after leaving, then shelved for eight years before finally being pressed. This backstory informs the record’s intimate tone while the electro-experimental palette keeps it firmly in contemporary underground discourse. Side A opens with “1: Greatest Love”, a track whose title hints at the central theme of youthful devotion that runs through the record. Its placement sets a reflective mood that carries into “2: Summer Song”, a continuation of the warm, nostalgic atmosphere suggested by its name. The third cut, “3: Even If You Are Not Mine”, deepens the emotional thread, while “4: I Found You” closes the side with a sense of resolution, completing the first half’s narrative arc. The B-side continues the story without breaking the flow established on A-side. Each of the four tracks maintains the electro-experimental aesthetic, allowing the listener to move from one piece to the next as a cohesive set. The sequencing emphasizes a gradual build from intimate confession to a broader, almost cathartic acceptance, mirroring the artist’s own journey from early heartbreak to a more expansive view of love. Within Briston Maroney’s output, NORMAL HEIGHTs LP stands as a distinct statement: the same catalogue number (BM1LP) appears for a parallel release on the same day, indicating a dual presentation of the material. While the artist’s earlier work remains unlisted here, this LP marks a clear moment of self-reflection captured in sound, aligning with Many Hats’ commitment to forward-looking yet emotionally resonant releases. For DJs, the record offers four tightly structured cuts that can be woven into late-night sets or more introspective moments on the dancefloor. The tracks’ tempos and textures lend themselves to mixing that balances groove with atmospheric depth, making the LP suitable for both peak-time builds and winding-down transitions. Collectors will appreciate the Evergreen vinyl treatment, which promises a lasting pressing that honors the personal history embedded in each song. NORMAL HEIGHTs LP is a 12-inch vinyl release by Briston Maroney on Many Hats, catalogue BM1IEX, featuring four electro-experimental tracks. Tracklist: A1. Briston Maroney – 1: Greatest Love A2. Briston Maroney – 2: Summer Song A3. Briston Maroney – 3: Even If You Are Not Mine A4. Briston Maroney – 4: I Found You