Video Premiere: KOSCHKA – ‘The Flood’

No newcomer to the music scene, and already the lead singer of indie-electro quartet Nausica, Berlin-based artist KOSCHKA has now announced her debut album – a collection containing a combination of originals and re-arrangements of classical German songs.

Taken from the upcoming album, new single ‘The Flood’ oozes a sweeping grandeur and haunting, majestic power. Inspired by themes of ephemeral love, acceptance and regret, it flows with twinkling keys as the impressive range of KOSCHKA’s resonating vocals soar across a luscious soundscape with an effervescent grace. Casting its spell over you in an instant, ‘The Flood’ is a truly spellbinding slice of poignant alt-pop, now with stirring visuals to match.

Of inspiration behind her writing, KOSCHKA explains:

“… I became mesmerised by Berlin’s spirit and started writing down everything I observed. Listening through the rich culture of classical songs and enjoying life, I began to start each day at my acoustic piano and just record instantly. No overthinking, just playing. I discovered a new way of composing; to tell relatable tales with a timeless character. Poetic, scary, uncertain, remarkable, direct, fragile and strong.

Watch the mesmerising new video for ‘The Flood’, for the first time, here:

‘The Flood’ is out now via Part Du Decor Records.

WATCH: Majken – ‘Lovely Daughter’

Tentative, soft-focused, colourful visuals form the new video for Swedish songwriter Majken‘s single ‘Lovely Daughter’. The track is taken from her upcoming debut album, set to be released this Autumn via Kollektivet Records.

Directed and shot by Amanda Davies, Majken says the footage for ‘Lovely Daughter’ is “conceptual but still intimate and self-revealing” – a perfect reflection of the Malmo-based musician’s songwriting style. Majken has been writing songs since the age of 14 and has a clear intuition for delicate, tender sounds with “sad and sloppy guitar”.

Her debut album was recorded at her home with Damon Tutunjian (Mew, Swirlies), who appreciates lo-fi recordings, 70’s synthesisers and MIDI harp as much as she does. If the rest of her album sounds as sweet as ‘Lovely Daughter’, our ears are in for a treat this Autumn. Watch the video for the track below, and follow Majken on Facebook for more updates.

Kate Crudgington
@KCBobCut

Premiere: Hero Fisher – ‘If I Die And Nothing Happens’

Having collaborated with the likes of Alison Mosshart and Boy George, and opened for none other than The Rolling Stones in Hyde Park, London-based Hero Fisher is now set to release her sophomore album, Glue Moon.

Taken from the album, new single ‘If I Die And Nothing Happens’ is a song about letting loose and enjoying life while it lasts. Propelled by driving beats and the dark power of Hero’s deep, sultry vocals, the track builds to a sweeping, emotion-rich anthem with shades of the likes of Róisín Murphy or PJ Harvey. Oozing a majestic, cinematic splendour, it’s an instantly infectious brooding slice of alt-pop.

Listen to ‘If I Die And Nothing Happens’ for the first time here:

 

Catch Hero Fisher live at The Finsbury on 30th August.

Mari Lane
@marimindles

Premiere: Inge van Calkar – ‘River’

Having started out creating more folk-inspired offerings, Dutch artist Inge van Calkar has now developed her sound to incorporate a more electronic edge.

Such is the case with new single ‘River’ – an infectious slice of uplifting alt-pop. With shades of the likes of St Vincent, it flows with luscious shimmering hooks and whirring beats alongside van Calkar’s silky-smooth vocals. Oozing a dreamy, effervescent charm, it’s an instantly catchy sonic delight that will demand multiple listens.

Listen to ‘River’ for the first time here:

 

‘River’ is out on 24th August 2018 via Deer and Forest Records. RESET, the forthcoming album, will be released on 29th September 2018.

Mari Lane
@marimindles