LIVE: Mesadorm – St Pancras Old Church, 14.05.18

Mesadorm‘s loyal congregation formed in St Pancras Old Church last night to witness the band’s captivating performance of songs from their debut album, Heterogaster. Formed in Bristol in 2015, the collective have dedicated themselves to the task of creating beautiful “left-field electronica” which kept their fans spellbound from start to finish.

All adorned in fluorescent blue eye make-up, the band were bathed in atmospheric light for the duration of their performance. Front-woman Blythe Pepino (formerly of Vaults) stood tall in her smart blue suit, her soulful voice ringing out with strength and grace.

Blythe explained the album’s title-song ‘Heterogaster’ was taken from the name of a species of spider whose appearance resembles the petals of an orchid. With this image in mind, the band channelled their music in to exploring themes of deception and illusion, both internally and externally. She happily explained the meaning behind tracks like ‘Colour and Sound’ and ‘Alice’, and clearly took pride in revealing that ‘Easy’ had been recommended by BBC Radio 6’s Lauren Laverne earlier in the day.

The set flowed in an assured, patient manner. The tentative ‘Tell Me’ and ‘Drink You’  contrasted beautifully next to the chaotic and brilliant single ‘Yours and Not Yours’. The jagged synths, dreamy interlude and cathartic outro were complimented by the stunning use of strobes and heavily-coloured light, making this track the highlight of their performance.

Whether they’re performing intricate electronic ballads, or stunning their fans with singles like ‘Yours and Not Yours’, one thing about Mesadorm and their debut album is is clear: their musical skills are anything but deceptive.

Support came from Dear Robot

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Kate Crudgington
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Track Of The Day: For Esmé – ‘For Others’

Dazzling synths and strong feminist beliefs combine on ‘For Others’, the latest single from Toronto-based For Esmé. The track negotiates the struggle between the “impossible things” women must contemplate whilst struggling to balance a career, a family, a romantic life and an honest expression of self-identity.

The project is fronted by multi-talented artist Martha Meredith and the new single is taken from For Esmé’s upcoming LP, Righteous Woman, set to be released on 25th May this year. The album was co-created with collaborator Dave Thiel and producer James Bunton (Donovan Woods, Too Attached) and mastered by Mandy Parnell (Bjork, Aphex Twin, Dirty Projectors).

Described as “a confrontation with self and the systems that shape us,” Righteous Woman was influenced by Meredith’s ongoing work with Toronto Women in Music, a network of female identifying musicians working to support one another and claim space in a male-dominated industry. With such vital foresight and passion, we’re sure For Esmé’s music is going to inspire other women to create their own sounds and opinions in music and beyond.

Watch the video for ‘For Others’ below and follow For Esmé on Facebook for more updates.

Kate Crudgington
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Track Of The Day: Esther Joy – ‘Day 4 (Landing)’

Unusual artist Esther Joy has released the second track from her upcoming record The Acid Caves Vol 1 (released April 27th), and it’s a warped ear-worm which continues to document the story of the character at the centre of the concept record: young alien Silipur.

The London-based producer’s electronic manipulations on new single ‘Day 4 (Landing)’ are mind-bendingly catchy, and Esther has accompanied them with the following explanation:

“This song is the second in the Acid Caves story, following a young alien ‘Silipur’ in a world where all intelligent lifeforms are able to see in a new dimension called ‘The Chaos’. The Chaos gives the ability to see, understand and manipulate emotional energy which is fuelling the universe. Humans are the only beings that lack this ability as a fixation on ego stunted their natural evolution.

‘Day 4 (Landing)’ is based on Silipur’s first day on Earth. She is overwhelmed by the psychological state of the planet and the emotional toxicity of it’s atmosphere. Humans cannot understand ‘The Chaos’ and have therefore left their planet to emotional ruin. I wanted this song to feel violent and intrusive, as if you are experiencing the extremity and destruction of earth for the very first time.”

We’re enthralled by Esther’s narratives and are highly anticipating the next slice. Listen to “Day 4 (Landing)” below, and follow Esther Joy’s alien tales on Facebook.

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Track Of The Day: Nányë – ‘Hummingbird Part I’

A collaboration between artists Oli Rushen, Roman Banwell, Elliot Hingston and Ella Joy, Nányë create captivating electronic and analogue soundscapes. Based in London, the band are connected by their desire to explore modern progressive living, self exploration and creative expression through sound. On their single ‘Hummingbird Part I’, they achieve this through gentle percussion, beautiful vocals and waves of delicate electronica.

Nányë recently released their first concept EP, exploring the relationship between music, art and mindful conscious living. It makes for a thoughtful, liberating, harmonious listening experience and beautifully showcases the band’s talent.

Watch the mesmerising video for ‘Hummingbird Part I’ below and follow Nányë on Facebook for more updates.

Kate Crudgington
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