Maty Noyes, courtesy.

Lush psychedelic pop by Dayaway, nostalgic folk by Ilsey, passionate rock by Hannah Wicklund, expansive electronic dance music by Surf Mesa, a splash of turbo pop from Amy Shark and an upbeat Latin-pop tinged production by Maty Noyes. Find yourself some shade beneath a palm tree or large beach umbrella and listen to these hot new summer tracks.

Dayaway, “A Brief Dream of Sun” — Gazing at ocean waves undulating beneath a melting sun, you conclude you’ve drunk enough to make important realizations but are sober enough to remember them tomorrow. Dayaway is the dreamy indie pop project of Amber Renee and Graham Marsh of CLAVVS. On this track, the guitar playing and drumming are lethargic over psychedelic synths. The lush vocals are vulnerable and lulling. The dream of sun is indeed brief (the song could be longer) and fades out with a sense of finality. Don’t miss their EP, Blue Summer Moon, out Aug. 30.

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Ilsey, “No California” — This song offers simple and evocative lyrics with a nostalgic sound redolent of 1970s folk. Ilsey hails from Laurel Canyon. She’s contributed to songs by Miley Cyrus (“Nothing Breaks Like a Heart”), the 1975 and Kacey Musgraves. This timeless track overflows with lyrics describing an idyllic relationship with California that’s soured in the blistering sun. “We used to bathe in the moment … I pray for the rain to come take me away,” Ilsey laments. “But it [the rain] never does.” The underlying emotions about starting fresh somewhere—anywhere—else are universal. This is the first single from her album From the Valley, out Oct. 6.

Surf Mesa, “Manzanita” — Surf Mesa’s vibrant and ethereal electro beats will transport you from dance floor to the highest heights with entrancing vocals echoing over soft, hypnotic synths on this atmospheric soundscape. Powell Aguirre, 21, worked on this track with Elsa Søllesvik and Benji Alasu. He’s said the textures make him “envision a rainforest in the future.” I’m inclined to agree if that rainforest in the future is an artificially constructed one that also happens to glows in the dark.

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Hannah Wicklund, “Hide and Seek” — Rock singer and songwriter Hannah Wicklund is sultry, explosive and soulful on this track—just like love itself. “Don’t stay away,” Wicklund pleads in a raw, powerhouse voice. We feel that her anxiety of being away from her lover threatens to destroy her.  Then she abruptly switches the tempo and threatens to destroy us when she commands we “stay away.” It’s enough to give you whiplash, but the slightly bluesy and gritty guitar riffs pull it all together with aplomb. Her forthcoming album, The Prize, is out on Oct. 13.

Amy Shark, “Can I Shower at Yours” — Australian singer Amy Shark wrote this turbo pop song about the butterflies she feels when falling in love. The song isn’t even two minutes long, which isn’t even long enough for a shower. Nor is it music that would normally catch my ear. But the fluttery singing reminds me of a cross between Selena Gomez and Olivia Rodrigo. The easy, sticky melody are punctuated by guitar. The lyrics are really cute.

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Maty Noyes, “Ambience & Applepie” — Mississippi-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Maty Noyes dishes up a delicious song that’s as sincere and wholesome as apple pie. Noyes’ vocals float over a Latin-pop inspired rhythm.  From start to finish, “Ambience & Applepie” is an enjoyable summer track that’s as whimsical as it is danceable.

Sery’s pick: I can envision myself listening to Maty Noyes’ “Ambience & Applepie” in all sorts of summery settings. Its airy vocals and energetic beats pair well with a refreshing glass of red sangria. Like its pairing, the song is bold, fruity and the perfect balance of dry and sweet.