Lauren Alex Hooper ‘Too Much And Not Enough, Vol. 1’ – out now!
Lauren Alex Hooper’s Too Much And Not Enough, Vol. 1 is a revelation. With five strikingly personal tracks, Hooper dismantles the myth of the “universal” pop experience by offering something rarely heard: an unfiltered, autistic lens. The EP is both emotionally raw and musically refined — a delicate balance that showcases her songwriting depth and willingness to confront difficult truths.
Each song delves into a specific aspect of autistic experience, lending the project a cohesive yet varied emotional arc. “Armour” is haunting in its depiction of masking, while “Overexposed” shimmers with the push-pull of sensory overload. “Eye to Eye” and “The Loneliest Whale” are masterclasses in metaphor, turning everyday autistic struggles into poignant pop poetry. It’s vulnerable but never self-pitying, wounded but unafraid to bite back.
In a world where autism is still widely misunderstood, Hooper’s EP is more than a musical statement — it’s a cultural necessity. This project doesn’t beg for understanding; it demands recognition. Too Much And Not Enough, Vol. 1 is a bold, intimate offering that speaks to the autistic community with fierce empathy and to neurotypicals with unflinching honesty.
