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"Blossom"
Alma Perry Peleg introduces us to “Blossom,” a song that feels like someone who has been waiting far too long for the seasons to change. It carries a sense of being suspended in time — as if autumn never truly ended, winter arrived too soon, and spring somehow forgot to leave its address. Beneath these images lies a childhood wound shaped by neglect and the longing to find a maternal figure in others.
The song’s minimalist production intentionally leaves space, allowing the weight of the lyrics to remain at the centre rather than being covered by an overly dense arrangement. Delivered with restraint and quiet movement, the result feels intimate — like a confession spoken softly, because some memories are too fragile to be expressed through shouting.
The meaning of blooming here does not come from a simple motivational phrase written on a bedroom wall. For Alma Perry Peleg, growth begins only after allowing old parts of ourselves to wither and fall away. The search for safety slowly turns inward, leading to the realization that the care and acceptance once sought from others must also be offered to oneself.
“Blossom” does not rush toward spring. Instead, the song chooses to sit with the wound for a while, waiting until the self is truly ready to grow."
"Capitalism"
"Already Funny Van Dannen sang: 'I want to love capitalism, but I can't!' Even the legendary songwriter knew back then that we would eventually be ruined by capitalism. And the Israeli artist Alma Perry Peleg also does not speak highly of capitalism in her new single.
She feels exploited by it and pushed into a corner, until she flees into loneliness.
Nevertheless, she has dedicated this beautiful song to 'Capitalism.'"
"Blossom"
New York-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alma Perry Peleg released “Blossom,” the first single from How Much Longer Till We Get to the Present, an EP that explores childhood through memory, healing, and personal reconstruction.
Blending alternative rock with the sensibility of ’90s singer-songwriters, “Blossom” draws on a deeply personal experience. Inspired by feelings of abandonment during childhood, the song traces the search for comfort in others, leading to the realization that this sense of care and safety must also be built from within.
In contrast to her earlier work, the single takes a minimalist production approach, bringing the emotional weight of the lyrics to the forefront. Recorded at the National Film and Television School (NFTS) in England and produced by Rotem Frimer, the track retains Alma’s alternative sound while embracing a more intimate and restrained approach.
“Blooming is only possible after allowing something old to fade away.”
The release introduces a four-song EP that follows the complex journey toward adulthood. Rather than offering definitive answers, the project focuses on the gradual process of making peace with the past and becoming the person you once needed.
With “Blossom,” Alma Perry Peleg continues to shape an artistic identity rooted in emotional honesty, finding strength in vulnerability. The single sets the stage for a project that delves further into this personal exploration.
“Past Best Friend”
In “Past Best Friend,” independent singer-songwriter Alma Perry Peleg explores the quiet grief and nostalgia left behind by the breakdown of a once-close friendship. Moving effortlessly between indie rock and alternative pop, the track stands out for its balance of catchy choruses, enveloping guitars, and atmospheric, intimate production.
With an honest and emotionally sensitive vocal performance, Peleg transforms a personal falling-out into a universal story about the passage of time, disillusionment, and longing for what will never return. As a preview of her third studio album, “Past Best Friend” further establishes her artistic identity, showcasing her ability to turn complex emotions into melancholic, direct, and deeply memorable anthems.