Montell Fish's "Hotel" Is a Haunting, Hypnotic Affair


Photo: Brandon Minton

The first single following Montell Fish's lauded debut album Jamie, “Hotel” is a pensive ballad that sinks into the feeling of loneliness and the people we use as vices.

After his Jimmy Fallon debut and announcing a nearly sold-out 10-day tour, New York’s Montell Fish is making a habit of turning heads. His ease for captivation is seemingly effortless, infusing immersive soundscapes with faith and existential introspection. He’s reviving what The Weeknd left behind, making music that confronts pain and holds humble hands with grief. There are little deaths we mourn every day, from relationships to our own desires, and Montell Fish finds pleasure in building intimacy with life’s contrast. 

Melancholic and lucid, “Hotel” was born from a destination-less venture. He was exploring the edges of his production and vocal ability, getting lost in the birth of something beautiful. “Hotel” honors the density of Montell’s catalog, while also bearing witness to how he’s evolving as an artist.

All that he produces holds his entire heart, each song serving as a display of his soul in a glass box. It’s music crafted for late-night drives, where your only company is you and your subconscious, and as he continues to craft his trilogy project and embark on the 'A Night With A Ghost' tour, we’ll continue to see ourselves reflected back in the overflowing humanity and spirituality of his work. 

Listen to "Hotel" below:


Related Articles

Payback Might Be a Dog, but Nia Smith is a Star [Q&A]

Payback Might Be a Dog, but Nia Smith is a Star [Q&A]

August 24, 2026 With a voice that feels like it’s been lifted from a dusty old '45, Nia Smith has that old school tenured vibe that defies trends.
Author: DJ Connor
R&B
Reign Judge Hits Overdrive on Her Latest Doo-Wop Meets Hip-Hop Hit [Q&A]

Reign Judge Hits Overdrive on Her Latest Doo-Wop Meets Hip-Hop Hit [Q&A]

August 21, 2026 If you need a cool melodic compress in your summer playlist, then Reign Judge is the solution.
Author: DJ Connor
pop
R&B
DAMEDAME* Finally Let Their Dreams Take The Driver’s Seat On Their Debut Album [Q&A]

DAMEDAME* Finally Let Their Dreams Take The Driver’s Seat On Their Debut Album [Q&A]

August 20, 2026 We chatted about about the fear of putting yourself out there, making music for fun and playing characters through artistry.
Author: Daniela Waizel Rule
R&B