Guided by the Stars, Driven by Heart

The Flip Phones’ latest single, Polaris, is a journey. From the very first chord, you feel like you’re being gently pulled forward, as if the North Star itself has reached down and taken your hand. There’s something magnetic in the way this track unfolds—a high-energy blend of alt-rock and acoustic warmth, tethered to a lyrical core that speaks to every wanderer who’s ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what’s next.

Lindsey Wray’s vocals glow like constellations—clear, intimate, and full of quiet urgency—while Ryan Kobb’s guitar work grounds the track in a gritty, driving rhythm that somehow feels both modern and timeless. There’s an undeniable chemistry at play here, and the rest of the band rises to match it: Phoenix Henkle’s bass lines hum with purpose, and the dual percussionists (Dylan Storie and JR Franks) give the song a heartbeat that never lets up. Wilfredo Morales’s lead guitar floats and darts like a comet, giving the track its shimmering edge.

Inspired by bands like R.E.M. and Supergrass, Polaris doesn’t just pay homage—it carves out its own space in the sky. It’s hopeful without being naive, restless without feeling lost. And when the chorus hits, it’s like the horizon opening up. Polaris reminds us that we’re all navigating something—and sometimes, just knowing the stars are still there is enough to keep going.

This track’s a compass. Play it when you need direction.