Jay Som

Melina Duterte is a master of voice: Hers are dream pop songs that hint at a universe of her own creation. Recording as Jay Som since 2015, Duterte’s world of shy, swirling intimacies always contains a disarming ease, a sky-bent sparkle and a grounding indie-rock humility. In addition to writing and recording as Jay Som, Duterte has established herself as a sought-after producer and engineer, collaborating with a range of artists including boygenius, Troye Sivan, Lucy Dacus, Vagabon and others. Her production style—intimate, layered, and emotionally resonant—has made her a trusted creative voice in the indie music community.