With “Olivia”, Nick Helgesen — the artist behind Scrimshaw Porn — delivers a striking fusion of emotional honesty and atmospheric production. The track blends alt-pop, dream pop, and subtle shades of early 2000s pop-punk, resulting in a sound that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.
Inspired by the emotional fallout of discovering a partner’s evolving identity, “Olivia” captures the sting of romantic displacement with grace and nuance. Helgesen’s vocals are raw yet restrained, floating over textured production that features ocean drum rhythms, ambient strings from violinist Jessica Murphy, and guitar work by Kyle Sparks. Co-producer Matt Ricci adds the finishing touch with a signature dreamlike sheen.
Written during a neuro music session, the track’s sonic palette is rich but never overcrowded — a spacious, slow-burning composition that lingers. Helgesen’s gift lies in his ability to channel deeply personal narratives into music that feels universally resonant.
“Olivia” marks a refined step forward for Scrimshaw Porn — a compelling showcase of emotional storytelling wrapped in immersive, genre-blurring sound design.
