Review: Olga's Summer EP Echoes 2010s Pop Trends

Finnish artist Olga Heikkala, winner of the Pop-Emma award, has released a summer EP that immerses listeners in the sounds and styles of the 2010s. The five-track collection, according to the artist, is inspired by the decade's pop music, a theme evident in both its lyrical content and musical arrangements.

One standout track is "Teenage Dream," released as a summer single. The song features an airy, pulsating rhythm and its title directly evokes Katy Perry's highly successful 2010 album. Perry's work from that era became a symbol of a pop aesthetic that emphasized effortless cool and widespread appeal.

The review notes that Olga's main artistic output is her persona, Olga. However, this particular summer release seems to embrace a retro pop sensibility, echoing the fashion and musical trends of the past decade. While the persona is central, the EP itself leans into familiar 2010s pop tropes.