Bipolar

Released in August 2019, Bipolar represents a definitive statement in Stellar's early discography, bridging the gap between DIY bedroom pop and high-fidelity electropop. The album is characterized by its thematic focus on the 'insomniac experience,' with tracks like '3am Thoughts' and 'August 6th' grounding the record in specific temporal and emotional markers. Sonically, the album utilizes 'submerged' production techniques - low-pass filters on synths and heavy plate reverbs - to create a sense of depth and urban isolation. While Stellar is often categorized within the broader pop genre, Bipolar leans heavily into darkwave and contemporary R&B influences, favoring mood and texture over traditional radio-ready structures. The 14-track runtime allows for a slow-burn narrative arc that mirrors the ebb and flow of a restless night, moving from the lingering warmth of 'Last Summer' to the exhausted resolution of 'Slow Down.' It remains a cult favorite for its ability to aestheticize melancholy without becoming inaccessible.