California-based indie electro-pop act Margot Polo has released his new single, ‘it’s my birthday.’ This sweet tune is a quirky, witty and melodically lush display from Margot Polo. Blending slide guitar with a dreamy melody and buoyant beat, Margot Polo creates a glorious tune for listeners to enjoy. His smooth vocals croon through 50’s-esque doo-wop harmonies while warm acoustic guitar exudes a folk-like hue. There is something compelling and joyful about this tune as jangly percussion and carefree, fun lyrics maintain a sing-along charm throughout “Honey, I try so hard to make believe, I’m only 27, can’t you see?, I ain’t goin’ gray, But baby, my back aches”. It’s the perfect birthday song – true, honest and wonderfully nostalgic. Love it.
About the track, Margot Polo said: “Crazy story about this song: On the morning of my last birthday, October 14th, 2020, I woke up from a dream in which I was around a campfire with all my close friends and family–including my great-grandma, who had passed away just some years ago–and we were all singing the chorus melody of this song. Entirely from this dream, I had almost the whole song: melodies, production, arrangement, entirely laid out for me in my head. “
California-based indie electro-pop act Margot Polo has released his new single ‘Can You Hear Me?’.This vibrant bop is bursting from the seams with Margot Polo’s lush, intricate and dynamic musicianship. Margot Polo is becoming known for passionate, irresistible melodies and ‘Can You Hear Me?’ is a triumphant example of this. Glittery disco elements blend into a pool of shimmering synths while jaunty guitars ripple throughout, adding a dash of zest and edge into the track’s sonic soundscape. With a stomping beat slicing between the sun-kissed psychedelic tones and lush pop sensibilities, Polo creates a refreshing tune laced in hearty melodies and rich production. ‘Can You Hear Me?’ is a catchy upbeat tune that is destined for repeat plays.
Southern California-based Margot Polo, solo project of David Provenzano (Sherwood/Fialta), has released his new EP, ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’, The EP was mixed by L.A. veteran producer Brad Wood. Margot Polo’s singles have landed TV features on shows like Good Trouble (Freeform) and God Friended Me (CBS) and have logged over half a million streams on Spotify. This Autumn, Margot Polo heads back into the studio to brew up more material for a full length record, to be released in 2020.
‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ is a summer-fun EP saturated in vibrant soundscapes as Margot Polo spreads his delicious indie electro pop into five glorious blissful tracks. ‘Let’s Get Out’ sets the good vibes in motion. With sun kissed radiant guitars jangling between a fruity electronic backdrop and skittish beat this track is dreamy escapism in one glorious tune. Provenzano fleshes out his Justin Timberlake / The Weekend swagger and charm with the dance-able groove and shuffle of ‘Electric Girl’ and the broody more bleary-eyed electronic pop ‘Someone New’. His melodies cruise and flow fluidly through each track while the rich and intricate instrumentation and refined production sets a wonderful and engaging backdrop. ‘Poison’ takes the EP down a dark road with R&B elements smearing the bubbling electronic soundscapes with luring entrapment. ‘The Feeling’ closes the EP with an intoxicating atmosphere as Provenzano surges adrenaline and a rush of emotion through this catchy exhilarating number.
Provenzano has a mesmerising ability to create tracks to make the heart race, pulse and plummet with his lush heartfelt melodies and vivid soundscapes and ‘OOHYEAHYEAH’ displays this perfectly. Within five tracks we experience joy, euphoria and freedom as well as sadness and mystery. It’s a journey of lavish musicianship and wonderful expressive electronic pop.
While this record has a few moodier moments, Provenzano says this EP is all about escapism. “OOHYEAHYEAH is about the different ways, healthy and unhealthy, that we yearn to transcend reality. That might be through something dangerous, like substance abuse. Or it might be a road trip, a relationship. A night out with a mysterious stranger. There’s a bit of ambivalent hedonism implied here. That’s what I love about pop. These lyrics are not very autobiographical; they’re fantasy, my own preferred mode of escapism”
Indie pop artist Margot Polo has released his new single, ‘Let’s Get Out’. This is Margot Polo’s (the solo project of David Provenzano) first release of 2019, and is being released in advance of a 5 song EP set to be released this Autumn.
‘Let’s Get Out’ is a sun drenched laid back indie gem as Margot Polo dips the track in glorious jangly guitar and a hazy sweltering atmosphere. With dynamic electronics flurrying around a deep groovy bass line and buoyant beat this track is instantly likeable. Chilled with a refreshing backdrop this tutti frutti track has a zesty guitar line and peppy rhythmic bounce while the smooth melody and velvety vocals add a dash of sugary sweetness. The electronics flutter through the verses while the youthful adrenaline and vibrant instrumentation make this track one fresh guzzle of indie pop at its finest.
Bio:South London’s Big Pagoda features vocalists Matthew Howes and Matthew Osborne, guitarist Joe Pym and drummer Toby Hayter. The quartet played in various bands together in their early 20s and formed Big Pagoda in 2017 after the two Matthews found themselves writing moody electronic shoegaze in a house share in Ealing. Big Pagoda released their debut collaboration with up and coming Producer Duncan Pym in July 2018.
Track:So Uneasy
Why We Like It: It’s a chilled glistening number laced with ethereal guitars soaring and gliding over punchy delicate drums and lush breezy soundscapes. The airy guitars jab and weave through the delicate sweet melody adding flickers of scintillation and a stinging zest to this buoyant gem. The soft vocals and rich rhythmic bounce teamed with glossy guitar injections create a gripping immaculate quality as this vibrant track provides a lush easy listening experience with a snappy darkly coated undertone.
Bio: Los Angeles-based rock artist Jesse Jo Stark has released her highly anticipated debut EP Dandelion. The album was written and produced by Jesse Jo, her guitarist Thomas Hunter and Dan Taylor (The Heavy). Steve Jones (Sex Pistols) also makes a special appearance on guitar for the lead track, “Dandelion.” Her last 5 singles – “Down Your Drain,” “Driftwood,” “April Flowers,” “Deadly Doll” and “Fire of Love” – have generated over 1 million Spotify plays and earned praise from fans and critics alike. Jesse Jo has also secured her place as an emerging voice in rock with her scorching live shows, opening for Guns N’ Roses, Jane’s Addiction, headlining her own month-long residency at The Echo in Los Angeles and supporting indie darlings Sunflower Bean on a six-date domestic tour.
Track: Dandelion
Why We Like It: It’s an enticing haunting track that glides on a bluesy tone with lush country twangs, subtly lamenting behind some classic rock n’ roll elements. Jesse’s mesmerising vocals softly coo and entice, delicately caressing the dreamy brooding melody while a soft beat and warm toned guitars keep the anthemic backdrop with a cinematic crescendo build. Slightly eerie and mysterious this track is emotive and melodically seductive with a hint of Fleetwood Mac in the background.
Bio: California-based Margot Polo is the solo project of David Provenzano,singer/guitarist of Fialta and Sherwood.As a solo artist and producer, Provenzano leans even further into the world of the electro-synth pop, turning to 90s and early-2000s pop and R&B for inspiration while ditching the philosophical in favor of fun, tongue-in-cheek lyrics.In summer of 2017, he released a series of singles to Spotify and iTunes.
Track: Dance With Me
When asked about the lyrics, Provenzano admits that the song is about the night he met his wife at a bar, where his band at the time was playing. “I remember thinking whoa, this is a really cute girl,” he recalls. “I was totally thrown off my game. I was so awkward; I didn’t even ask for her number. I sometimes wonder what it would have been like if I had been more confident in that moment, what would it be like to be one of those guys who can just walk up to a girl and say ‘Fuck it, I like you. Let’s make something happen!’ The song is me rewriting that night from that guy’s perspective.”
Why We Like It: It’s a slinky funky track dripping in swagger and infectious grooves that make you want to get up and dance. Flashing synth swirls add a euphoric vibe while sticky beat slaps and jangly guitar injection provide that feet shuffling zealousness that floods the track with vibrancy and zesty refreshing vibes. Its a catchy number full of charisma and charm with a smooth melody and crisp clean production.
Bio: London based indie-pop trio Old Swing formed in 2016 and hit the ground running, releasing their anthemic, synth-soaked debut single ‘Time’. Produced by Sam Winfield (Fickle Friends, Amber Run) the track premiered following an interview on BBC Introducing with high acclaim. Following the release, they went on to play a long string of gigs across the UK, including O2 Academy shows, supporting indie favourites ‘Sports Team’ and Canada’s ‘The Dears’ on tour
Track: Wonder
Why We Like It: It’s a refreshing glucose filled guzzle of indie pop that bursts with fruity synth swirls over a vibrant sticky beat and velvety smooth vocals. This breezy number slaps, hops and grooves with rich luscious soundscapes while glazing a delicious creamy melody over the top to add a delightful heavenly layer to this toothsome delight. It’s catchy with exhilarating guitar jangles throughout to add a nice edge and refreshing bite to this dreamy track.
Bio:Rising alt-rockers FEVA storm back into the limelight with gripping new single Uneasy, furthering their reputation as one of the North East’s biggest emerging indie talents. The Newcastle quartet have already clocked up impressive supports alongside Anteros, Baby Strange and The Pale White in recent months.
Track: Uneasy
Why We Like It: This is a blistering, adrenaline surge of frenzied alternative rock that feeds you with get up, dance, mosh and just go insane fury. Steeped in slick, rooted groove infested bass lines that can raise your inner demons, this fiery track rolls in, demands attention and takes over your body and soul with one vicious swipe. Shrilling guitars shred, pierce and whine over a mighty pummeling backdrop as the gritty infuriated drums pulverise and whack through the western- esque guitar squeals. The ear worm melody is addictive as the intoxicating backdrop enforces the sweet melody into your ears while frantic vocals call you out of your skin. It’s a thrilling manic anthem that was made to be blasted from your speakers.
