Jay Som, the creative alias of Melina Duterte, is an American singer-songwriter and musician whose brand of dreamy and introspective indie rock has captured the hearts of the indie music scene. Born on November 5, 1993, in Daly City, California, Duterte began making music in her bedroom, blending elements of pop, shoegaze, and lo-fi into her richly textured songs. Her stage name, Jay Som, was randomly generated through an online baby name generator, epitomizing the spontaneous and personal nature of her music-making process.

Duterte first gained widespread attention with the release of her debut album, "Turn Into," in 2016, which was a compilation of previously uploaded tracks on Bandcamp. She followed up with her critically acclaimed 2017 record, "Everybody Works," further establishing her reputation for crafting sonic landscapes that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. Jay Som's music has continued to evolve, as evidenced by her 2019 sophomore album, "Anak Ko," which means "my child" in Tagalog, reflecting her Filipino heritage and the personal growth that has informed her recent work. Notable collaborations have expanded Duterte's reach, including "Hurry Home," with beabadoobee and Jay Som, showcasing her versatility and knack for infectious melodies. Her keen ability to fuse subtle melodies with lush instrumentation has made her a standout artist in the indie music world, with a growing discography that invites listeners into her reflective, melodic world.

Genres

Art Pop

Bay Area Indie

Bubblegrunge

Indie Pop

Oakland Indie

Small Room

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Latest Release

Ghost

Fashion Club•

Jay Som

Single - Released October 22, 2024