It feels like See Emily Play is breathing new life into the alt-country scene. If it’s not the quirkily-named single ‘Yoko Ono was Seven Years Older than John’, then it’s the unconventional musicality of ‘What the Hell is BDD’. I say this because the subject of mental health is so often accompanied by reflective orContinue reading “See Emily Play – What the Hell is BDD”
Category Archives: Single Reviews
You Kill Me – Katie Nicholas ft. Robert Vincent
The title of Katie Nicholas’ new single has become hauntingly relevant. The story of ‘You Kill Me’ is about forbidden love but it takes on a more sinister meaning in the context of its release. It almost didn’t see the light of day this week due to a technical error, exposing the dark side toContinue reading “You Kill Me – Katie Nicholas ft. Robert Vincent”
Mikki Evans & Gary Quinn – Mr Right Now
Mikki Evans has been blessed with a crack team of UK Country’s finest on ‘Mr Right Now’. Not only has Tim Prottey-Jones had a hand in its production, but Gary Quinn joins her as both co-writer and performer. The song is a lovely duet featuring soft and subtle vocals that sparkle around a light andContinue reading “Mikki Evans & Gary Quinn – Mr Right Now”
Nia Nicholls – Goldilocks
In ‘Goldilocks’, the new single from Nia Nicholls, three bears are the least of her worries. Instead, taking the dialectical tension at the heart of the well-known fairytale, and subverting it in the context of a relationship, she highlights a man as the cause of her troubles. Using her inimitable style of light-hearted country-pop, sheContinue reading “Nia Nicholls – Goldilocks”
See Emily Play – Yoko Ono was Seven Years Older Than John
There is nothing like a solo trip across the Deep South to reignite a passion for music. Emily Ireland’s fire had seemingly died due her experiences of sexism and misogyny in the industry. But now she’s back with a blaze of alt-country swagger, starting with new single ‘Yoko One is Seven Years Older Than John’.Continue reading “See Emily Play – Yoko Ono was Seven Years Older Than John”
Katy Hurt – Oh Girl
Every single that Katy Hurt puts out simply heightens the anticipation for her album. ‘Oh Girl’ is no different even as it invites reflection. There is a calmness to its delivery and a softness to its touch. It treads carefully, gently probing feelings and emotions to unearth an unnamed experience. It’s ambiguous insomuch as itsContinue reading “Katy Hurt – Oh Girl”
Amy-Jo – Young, In Love and Broke
Amy-Jo’s new single, “Young, In Love and Broke,” encompasses a mix of genres, blending blues-style sound with heartfelt lyrics. The song reflects the challenges of love in difficult circumstances, emphasizing the triumph of love over possessions. Amy-Jo skillfully incorporates acoustic, piano, and pedal steel to convey a positive message amidst adversity. The track portrays a realistic, yet whimsical, view of love and life.
Taynee Lord – Heavy Air
Taynee Lord is diverting down a darker road for her latest single. Country turns to Blues on ‘Heavy Air’: electric guitars creeping over her like shadows; haunted by the harmonies in the chorus. It perfectly resembles the situation in which she finds herself: trapped by a gaslit narrative that has moulded her into an anxiousContinue reading “Taynee Lord – Heavy Air”
Neeve Zahra – Rub a Little Dirt On It
Stunningly beautiful. Nothing sums up Neeve Zahra’s new single better. ‘Rub a Little Dirt On It’ is one of those rare moments when the magic of the acoustic guitar works to unbelievable effect. The delicacy with which this Country-Folk track is played is matched by very few UK artists in the genre. It is classicContinue reading “Neeve Zahra – Rub a Little Dirt On It”
Amy-Jo – On Days Like These
Amy-Jo puts a contemporary twist on a well-loved classic for her first release of 2024. Not many have attempted to rework ‘On Days Like These’, perhaps because Matt Munro’s original is so definitive. Rather than make massive alterations then, the producers of Amy-Jo’s version merely update it using the latest techniques. It means a farContinue reading “Amy-Jo – On Days Like These”
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