LISTEN: Tina Boonstra – ‘Out Of My Depth’

Tina Boonstra is the pop-rock star we’ve been needing since the end of the noughties. Her new track, ’Out Of My Depth’, is one to keep you on your toes, as she reflects on trying to keep it together.

Punchy bass and percussion set the scene, keeping it simple and sweet, yet with an added grit. The first chorus is artistically contrasting as the instruments continue to support Boonstra minimally, whilst she sings “I’m out of my depth…”

As the song progresses, you gradually go deeper and deeper into Boonstra’s emotions, as the instrumentals backing her up become more and more complex. Soft harmonies tie you in, and bold guitar chords take you under. And, just when you think she’s coming up for air, another wave hits you with the final chorus.

Needless to say, if I ever need to let off some steam, Tina Boonstra is the girl I’m turning to… And with her next show coming up in April, you will most likely see me there.

 

‘Out Of My Depth’ is out now. Catch Tina Boonstra live on the following dates:

20th March – Green Note, London (supporting Alessi’s Ark)
29th April – The Shacklewell Arms, London (supporting Annabel Allum)

Robyn Emerson

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LISTEN: I Am HER – ‘Big Monster’

Following 2018’s poignant Herstory, alt-punk outfit I Am HER are back with an angst-driven new single.

Reflecting on feelings of anxiety, ‘Big Monster’ oozes a captivating haunting power with shades of the gritty sounds of early PJ Harvey. Propelled by the soaring majesty of Julie Riley’s rousing vocals, it builds to a stirring frenzied anthem, driven by an impassioned force and raw emotion. Of the track, Julie explains:

“… this song was triggered by someone telling me their experience of an anxiety attack. It got me thinking how anxiety/stress is like a beast separate to us that stalks us and preys on us.”

Listen to ‘Big Monster’ now:

 

Catch I Am HER playing live for us tonight at The Finsbury, along with Piney Gir, Grawl!x and Captain Handsome. All for free!

Mari Lane
@marimindles

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LISTEN: fluxx.world – ‘Like Me’

‘Like Me’ is the debut single from fluxx.world, aka Isaac and Sofia, formerly known as MOONOVERSUN. Already fans of their remix of Foxgluvv’s ‘Crush’, we’re loving fluxx.world’s creations and look forward to more where this came from with their upcoming EP set for release in September.

Speaking about their new track, the band explain:

“’Like Me’ is about the trials and tribulations of partying, conflicted minds, learning to enjoy our own company and not losing sight of what we want no matter who/what gets in the way. We want to create pop music that we can party and cry to, something that reflects every heightened emotion during a night out.”

Check out the very catchy ‘Like Me’ here:

 

Find out more from fluxx.world on Instagram and Twitter.

Tash Walker
@maudeandtrevor

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LISTEN: Babii – ‘Carniivore’

A taster from BABii’s forthcoming album HiiDE, ‘CARNiiVORE’ lives within a world of eerily fragile electronic soundscape that is reminiscent of early Grimes and FKA Twigs. There are mesmerising keyboard and synth sounds woven into its web of melody and, really, this is a particularly good example of what can be done with synth pop.

The song is intricate and clever while still being listenable and accessible. The dreamlike qualities of BABii’s work seem to stem from her preoccupation with her thwarted childhood dreams; there is a sense of the childlike as well as the terrifying in her soundscapes, which might be why she describes the process of making HiiDE as being her way of crying. This is an oddly beautiful single, and one that will stay with you long after listening.

HiiDE, the upcoming album from BABii, is released on 5th July via Deathwaltz Originals. Catch BABii live at the following dates:

5th May: Sounds of the Other City, Salford
9th May: The Hope & Ruin (downstairs), Brighton
10th May: The Great Escape, Komedia Studio, Brighton 2.15am
11th May: Tempest Inn, Brighton
10th July: Ramsgate Music Hall, Ramsgate

Cazz Blase
@CazzBlase

 

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