LISTEN: Soccer Mommy – ‘Lucy’

Soccer Mommy (aka Sophie Allison) is back and dancing with the devil on her new track ‘Lucy’. It’s her first new music offering since the release of debut album Clean in 2018, and it’s flowing with slacker-style guitar riffs and soft, yet seething vocals.

Accompanied by a lyric video, Allinson’s new track centers around the demons that “irk” her. She explains further: “‘Lucy’ is a really fun song for me because it has a dark, evil vibe. It’s a song about struggling with inner demons and your own morality, but I masked it with this scenario of being seduced by the devil. I’m really excited to share this with everyone because I think it shows a different side of my writing.”

Soccer Mommy seamlessly blends the dark with the light, and if ‘Lucy’ is anything to go by, her next album is going to be equally as interesting as her debut record. Listen to the new single below, and follow Soccer Mommy on Facebook for more updates.

Photo Credit: Brian Ziff

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Track Of The Day: Cuntrie – ‘The Singer’

Lo-fi beats and lush, longing vocals blend together on ‘The Singer’, the debut single from Cuntrie (aka Ebba Gustafsson Ågren). Ebba is best known for fronting Swedish duo Wy, but under her new moniker she’s exploring different, more personal themes.

Accompanied by a self-directed video, ‘The Singer’ sees Ebba open up to knowing more about herself, and her subject matter. Her intimate lyrics and clear vocal delivery sit comfortably over the visuals of her filming herself, singing in to a variation of mirrors.

Speaking about her new music as Cuntrie, Ebba explains: “A solo project allows me to write about things I never felt fit into what we’re doing with Wy, things like my childhood. I feel like I can experiment a lot more with the themes of the songs. “I’ve wanted to challenge myself in terms of producing and writing for a while now, and this is the result of that.”

We’re definitely on board with Ebba’s new sound. Listen to ‘The Singer’ below and follow Cuntrie on Facebook for more updates.

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LISTEN: People Club – ‘Perfume’

Soulful vocals, snaking bass lines and a melancholy premise mesh beautifully together on ‘Perfume’, the latest single from Berlin-based indie soul group People Club. It’s the first single the band have shared from their new EP, Kil Scott, which is set for release on 15th November.

Formed of Sarah Martin (lead vocals), Ray Sonder (bass, backing vocals), Saxon Gable (guitar, backing vocals), Pete Costello (keyboards, backing vocals) & Drew Deal (drums), the band formed in 2018 after they all moved to Berlin in late 2017 from their respective countries (Australia, USA, UK, New Zealand).

Since then, they’ve been working together to create their new EP, the title of which – Kil Scott – refers to a fictional character who is a benchmark for toxic masculinity. The band use their music to dismantle his unsavory traits, and ‘Perfume’ hints at the way toxic masculinity can destroy romantic relationships.

The band explain the premise of ‘Perfume’ further: “The initial idea for this song was brought in by our guitarist Saxon, who, like so many, struggled to cope with the divorce of his parents during his childhood. ‘Perfume’ is a deeply personal contemplation of these experiences, told from the perspective of an anguished lover seeking affection from her partner. Despite her efforts, she receives no love but remains dedicated, but heartbroken forever.”

We’re intoxicated by People Club’s blend of the sad and the soulful. Listen to ‘Perfume’ below and follow the band on Facebook for more updates.

People Club Live Dates 2019
4th October – Workmans Club, DUBLIN
21st November – Club Acud, BERLIN
28th November – The Islington, LONDON

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Track Of The Day: Soft Punch – ‘Conflict’

Scandinavian pop duo Soft Punch have shared their second single ‘Conflict’, and it’s an upbeat alt-pop gem that explores romantic relationships and their numerous difficulties.

Released via Diamond Club and produced and mixed by Andrew Baardsen (Sassy 009), ‘Conflict’ is a polished pop tune, blending punchy percussion and energetic synth textures.

Speaking about the track, the duo explain: “‘Conflict’ tells a story of the frustration and suffering in a relationship that isn’t going anywhere. The fear of conflict is so present that even though you want to, you can’t really find the courage to speak your mind, and face the conflict”.

With their catchy choruses and uptempo sounds, Soft Punch provide some pop respite from these relatable issues. Listen to ‘Conflict’ below and follow the band on Facebook for more updates.

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