Alright, here's the post I've been waiting for a long time to publish: it's finally time for new music from Greysha (a firm favourite of this blog, since its early days) - 'Gold Glaze' was released today.
It's been almost exactly 9 months since Aspirin was released; in that time, Greysha's been busy writing, playing live, and recording some sublime covers.
A lot has happened with me since then too, not least that I recently began managing and working with Greysha. So putting aside any possible bias, what are my observations on 'Gold Glaze'? I suppose overall I see it as a conduit through which she presents her intense emotions to the world again. It's also a song which is subtle, but at the same time holding nothing back.
She sings with utter clarity here, hovering above synth hum, as a minimalist beat emerges from the haze. The gentle melodies of the song are underpinned by Greysha's trademark cinematic strings, creating a pervading feel of mystery. This to me is the music of the gently gathering dusk.
Gold Glaze is in some ways an introspective track, but it's also open and honest. Through the song she allows us to understand some key life moments, by delivering a few perfectly chosen words.
If you've listened to Greysha before, you'll be very happy with the way Gold Glaze settles into a chilled vibe, underpinned with that satisfyingly sparse beat. There are piano arpeggios, and a tiny hint of acoustic guitar. And there's something more, too - perhaps an added element of confidence, and a willingness to look back from a position of maturity.
We can expect more atmospheric, cinematic alt-pop to be coming our way in the next few weeks and months.
Greysha will be supporting Alice Robbins on the first date of her autumn tour, at The Musician, Leicester, on 31 October 2021. Tickets are available here or direct from the venue.
Check Greysha's Spotify page for other music.