Bryce Vine Drops Motel California and It’s a Whole Vibe

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Bryce Vine just checked us into Motel California, and honestly, it’s the staycation we didn’t know we needed.

Out now, this 11-track independent LP is Bryce at his most free, creatively, emotionally, and sonically. After dropping platinum singles and building a loyal fanbase on his own terms, Bryce delivers an album that feels like flipping through a California road trip diary, equal parts heartbreak hotel and party pitstop.

From the jump, you can tell Motel California isn’t trying to chase charts, it’s just Bryce being Bryce. Every track feels like a different room in his quirky, neon-lit world. One minute you’re getting smacked with existential lyrics and the next you’re two-stepping through a funky chorus. The vibe is super genre-blendy: a little pop, a little hip-hop, a little alt-rock, and all wrapped in that laid-back California energy he does so well.

Leading the way are two standout singles. “Lauryn Hill” ft. Flyana Boss slaps with that classic Bryce Vine flavor. It’s slick, confident, and smooth like iced coffee in July. The funk vibes, bouncy bass, and cheeky energy make it feel like your new summer anthem. Then there’s “Rocky Mountain” ft. Brittney Spencer, which takes a detour into acoustic-pop with country touches. It’s warm, introspective, and sounds like driving through open fields with the windows down, surprisingly tender and completely addictive.

Other tracks like “GOOD 4 NOTHING” and “Bittersweet Symphony” keep things fresh and vulnerable, while “THE DAYS (This Thing Called Life)” hits those nostalgia buttons hard. Bryce even teams up with Mickey Avalon on the left-field banger “JANE FONDA,” which is as wild and weird as you’d expect. The closer, “7 DAYS A WEEKEND,” seals the deal, it’s carefree, loud, and the perfect note to end on.

If Motel California proves anything, it’s that Bryce Vine is completely in the driver’s seat now. No label politics, no compromise, just straight-up vibes and stories told his way. Whether he’s joking around or digging deep, the album never feels forced or overproduced. It’s chill but thoughtful, catchy without being fake. In short: it’s Bryce’s world, and we’re just crashing in it.

Motel California is out now everywhere, and you’d be wild not to check in.

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Mia Brooks dives deep into the beats and rhythms of the music industry, covering everything from chart-topping albums to underground artists. With a passion for discovering new talent and exploring the stories behind the songs, Mia keeps readers updated on all things music.

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