Zola Jesus songwriter Nika Roza Danilova is only 20 years old, but she’s already put out an EP and and LP, and she has another EP on the way this Tuesday (March 9). Geez Nika, way to make us look bad.
The new EP is called Stridulum, and it begins with the dark, dramatic “Night.” With its wash of synth strings and austere, clattering electro beats, it’s a creepy tune that’s perfect for late night listening. Danilova’s deep and dramatic voice sounds distinctly similar to Becky Ninkovic (of You Say Party! We Say Die!), but Kate Bush and Bat for Lashes are probably the most obvious reference points. In other words, yes, this is another new wave girl. And a good one.
Just try not to be put off by Stridulum’s gross album cover. Is that chocolate? Please let it be chocolate. (Tubgirl? I’m so sorry.)
MP3: “Night”
The new EP is called Stridulum, and it begins with the dark, dramatic “Night.” With its wash of synth strings and austere, clattering electro beats, it’s a creepy tune that’s perfect for late night listening. Danilova’s deep and dramatic voice sounds distinctly similar to Becky Ninkovic (of You Say Party! We Say Die!), but Kate Bush and Bat for Lashes are probably the most obvious reference points. In other words, yes, this is another new wave girl. And a good one.
Just try not to be put off by Stridulum’s gross album cover. Is that chocolate? Please let it be chocolate. (Tubgirl? I’m so sorry.)
MP3: “Night”
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good luck