Hip Hop Momma

The bassist of synth-pop band, The Monitors; Sam Feinstein is a singer-songwriter from Massachusetts that brings a gruff voice, a wide variety of musical influences , and years of audio-engineering experience to his unique take on synth-pop.

He has been compared to a diverse set of artists including Tom Waits, Modest Mouse, Nick Cave, the Eurhythmics, and Devo.

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Maslow’s Mountain is a break-neck burst of energy exploring the crossover between heavy rock and synth pop.

The lyrics critique the achievability of the image of self-fulfillment we are often sold as it conflicts with the day-to-day struggles we face to meet our basic needs of food, rent, and healthcare.