On her debut release, ‘Weatherman’, London based singer-songwriter Susie Merry sings softly “You better listen up because my body’s speaking for me now”.
Merry’s new song has roots in her personal life experiences, with gentle guitar laid beneath sweetly sung lyrics relating to her shock diagnosis of endometriosis some years previous.
Merry’s debut EP, set to release later this year, is titled ‘Body In Mind’, and reflects her journey after a diagnosis that caused such a change in her perspective that she quit her job immediately and turned to the song writing she had previously kept to herself.
On ‘Weatherman’, Susie describes the epiphany that changed her attitude towards her own music, leading her to start sharing her songs with others. Becoming suddenly aware of the fragility of life, and the pace at which it changes, Merry’s confidence in herself and her musical talent blossomed, and from a daunting and shocking event sprouted a newfound determination and tenacity for music.
Speaking about the new single, Susie said: “Weatherman is about one day being smacked in the face with the realisation that you have ended up somewhere completely different from where you first intended (and not in a fun, interesting way). That we can do the same thing over and over, and be so habitual without being intentional, that we don’t really feel recognisable to ourselves anymore.”
Perfect for fans of Laura Marling, Adrianne Lenker or Lana Del Rey, Merry’s use of strings enhances her naturally melodic voice to create a sophisticated and established sound, made only better by the authenticity in her lyrics.
‘Body In Mind’ will be released on September 8th, and Merry’s choice for the cover artwork
reinforces the sense that this release comes from somewhere extremely personal, and honest.
Choosing a charcoal sketch depicting a woman’s body laid bare, the artwork conveys perfectly Merry’s message, the fundamental need and appreciation for her body, and everything that comes with it.
Speaking on the artwork, Merry said: “Without the diagnosis, I don’t think I’d have done this.
It gave me a renewed and nuanced perspective on what it means to be a woman, and what I
need for a good life.”
‘Weatherman’ is the perfect introduction to Merry’s EP, offering an intimate insight into her
world, and into the life changes that shape her every day. Merry has taken her own experiences and transformed them into stunning vocals with melody and emotion to match. Reflecting on the overall messages running through the music, Susie said:
“You might not be able to control everything that happens to you, or your body, or your relationships - the list is endless. But you can embrace being patient, and you can be graceful in the face of adversity, and you will come out the other side a wiser version of yourself. That’s why the EP is named as such - this is my body, and this is what is happening at this time, and it is what it is.”
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Updated: Jul 12, 2022
Young artist Freddie Elmberg releases his latest track 'The Bouncer'. Coming from a classically trained background, Freddie aims to be as authentic as possible in his music. 'The Bouncer' is a stunning track, leading with a piano and emotion packed vocals, Freddie knows how to give a delicate aura for this beautiful soundscape.
Freddie explains:
"The reality of the unexpectedness of being a bouncer. The sadness you see in the
faces of random people. I can’t bring your boyfriend back to rescue you from
swimming in your drunk tears. But can see you safe into a night taxi.
The piano and the vocal take the forefront of it all. With subtle, powerful production,
the whole song is lifted by the bass synths and production nuances."
The music video brings to life the single. Filmed in America, Freddie creates a visual narrative. The desert aesthetic fits the theme of 'feeling empty', rotating between stunning shots and a doorway to other worlds. A strong concept to connect the song to its visual style.
Freddie describes the music video:
"Within the video the doors that appear are random, each leading to a different
place. Much like the randomness of being a bouncer and what’s going to ‘lie behind
one door may not lie behind the other’. For the location we chose, it was within a
remote setting. The remoteness shares a similar feeling of being on your own in the
cold working the doors. In its entirety this video is an artistic metaphor of loneliness and the unknown.”
Freddie Elmberg is set to release a debut project later this year.
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26th June 2022
Known professionally as Big Yellow Jacket, Irish alt-pop artist Zach Mulcahy has released a first glimpse into what his new sound is all about. Working on his new release with producer Cian Sweeney, the new track ‘Silhouette’ is a reflection of Mulcahy’s journey over the past few years to refine both his song writing and producing techniques into the present sound, easily comparable to Chvrches, easylife or Glass Animals.
Big Yellow Jacket’s latest release, ‘Silhouette’ features layered vocals reminiscent of Justin Vernon’s latest album releases as Bon Iver. Mulcahy’s lyrics stem from observations made of the intricacies of relationships, about the longing to be in love, despite the problems posed both in his own life and the lives of others. This sombre mood echoes throughout the song, without overpowering the catchiness of the beat and the lightness in Mulcahy’s voice.
Speaking about Silhouette…
"'Silhouette’ was written after I had watched a few relationships around me fizzle into nothing, as well as experiencing it personally. Lyrically, the song explores feelings related to watching a structure you’ve known your whole life fall apart whilst struggling to keep your own relationships afloat as well. I was inspired to write about the disillusionment of chasing ‘the one’.”
The release of ‘Silhouette’ is the first of many singles to look forward to from Big Yellow Jacket this year, as 2022 stands to be a great year for him and everybody listening to the tunes.
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26th June 2022
