A powerful pop gem about supporting a loved one when they need it the most. 

Joshua Golden is a multi-talented singer-songwriter known for crafting heartfelt, story-driven songs. Golden himself states, “I write songs that are vulnerable and tell stories. It’s pop music for your heart.” His discography includes tracks such as “i can’t wait to meet you,” “Price of Love,” “St Louis, Missouri,” “What A Wonderful World,” and “My Person x.” His most recent project is the dual-track EP The Moon is a Spaceship. In a post on Instagram, he shared, “i want to share something special with you—an unreleased song about my brother and the mental shifts we went through as a family two years ago.” He continued, “this is for anyone supporting someone through a tough time, or who might need that support now. you’re not alone.”

With a soft and soothing backdrop, “The Moon is a Spaceship” creates a mellow yet immersive sound that perfectly complements the song’s emotionally charged themes. Lyrics like “That’s my family, my big brother, That’s my hero, that’s my blood, All I wanted as a kid was to be him when I grew up, And it broke my heart that day, having to see him in that way” explore the challenges of dealing with mental health issues and family struggles on an intimate level. Fueled by emotive vocals and a genuine, unguarded vulnerability, Joshua Golden presents a powerful pop gem about supporting a loved one when they need it the most. So press play and let the words of “The Moon is a Spaceship” remind you to find hope in chaotic moments and remember that “everything will be okay.”

Shari Hirsch

Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.