Indie pop singer-songwriter Juliana Madrid released a new poignant single today, “Telephoning from Safari” that opines on society’s descent into herd-like primalistic behaviors. The Texas-born and Brooklyn-based artist’s song is a self-reflective critique. Madrid sings about how people in the modern world are now mirroring the lives of animals in a zoo, who are trapped behind technology.
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“Telephoning from Safari” is my take on modern technology and human disconnection,” said Madrid. “Social media started as a really gorgeous and easy way to connect with family, friends, and strangers, but now it seems to have replaced real life interaction altogether. I think more and more people are unknowingly trapped behind their screens. It’s easier to ignore/feel desensitized to the chaos around us than to empathize and create meaningful relationships and experiences. This song is an attempt at putting a spotlight on that chaos.”
Her enchanting voice is beautifully interlaced throughout the single over laidback melody with a guitar that evokes a very 80s vibe. This is Madrid’s second killer single of the summer. “Jamie,” that came out in early July, is also incredible and is already featured in our Best Songs of 2025 playlist. Both songs are part of her yet to be announced upcoming debut album. Check out both songs below.
