‘Self-Portrait at 30’ is a timeless, whimsical, folksy invitation to quiet down, self-reflect, and do as you wish, courtesy of Mahto and The Loose Balloons.

In a world that craves speed, efficiency, and perfection, this group stands out like a shining nail, creating music that is cozy, improvisational, and soothing to the senses. It’s the kind of tune you’d want to listen to, lying down in the grass, basking in the warm sunshine, without a care in the world. Based in Johnson City, USA, Mahto and The Loose Balloons bring a unique blend of folk, rock, and punk. The group comprises Mahto Addison-Browder, Will Diebold, Niko Graham, and Travis F. Welch.

‘Self-Portrait at 30’ is from their latest 4 song EP ‘Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue’. feels uniquely Beatles-esque in its outlook and minimalist style. It features simple guitars, soulful vocals, and lyrics that inspire dreams. The words feel improvised and free-flowing, a candid, poetic expression of an artist. A surprisingly gentle introduction of the harmonica adds further to the folksy, laid-back, almost gypsical energy.

The track, totally devoid of any fancy production or enhancement, presents itself in its authentic persona. One of someone who flows at its unhurried tempo, knows what it does/doesn’t like, and is well on its way to escaping the confines of the urban jungle to camp out at a peaceful place. ‘Self-Potrait at 30’ is a song that’s self-aware of its peaceful, fun-loving nature and shows that less is, in fact, a lot more. A great song to carry with you on your camping adventures.

Stream ‘Mahto and The Loose Balloons – Self-Portrait at 30’ on Spotify here: