Pickle Darling is back with “Massive Everything,” a shimmering, synth-laced leap into heartfelt pop. Known for their delicate lo-fi charm and emotional depth, the Christchurch songwriter now embraces boldness—without losing the intimacy that makes their music so quietly devastating.
Calling it their “first real pop song,” Lukas (aka Pickle Darling) trades cryptic poetry for raw, open-hearted honesty. Inspired by empathetic icons like Robyn and Madonna’s Ray of Light era, “Massive Everything” glows with lush synths, flickering drum machines, and lyrics that feel like a hand on your shoulder in the dark.
At its core, it’s a love song for the quietly burdened—for those carrying invisible grief. Instead of glossing over it, Pickle Darling writes into the ache, offering not escape, but understanding.
This release also comes with The Game, a charming, retro-style video game where fans can explore a pixelated world to unlock songs and unravel the story behind a lost album—proving again that Pickle Darling turns every release into a world of its own.
“Massive Everything” is the sound of indie vulnerability stepping boldly into the light—and it’s gorgeous.