There's a lot happening in the world, and a lot of it isn't great, so it's that much more appreciated to have artists continuing to make music, whether to help us stay focused or help us escape.

New York-based producer Past Palms is back with new music had already planned to release a new EP titled Vernal on Friday, timed with spring equinox. And that seems like perfect timing.

As we previously mentioned, Past Palms has described the lo-fi creations as music to water your plants to, as a resident in New York City surrounded by skyscrapers but creating an indoor "oasis of tropical houseplants," which served as the home studio where the new EP was crafted.

Hear the Vernal EP below.