Soulful natural vocals and an old-school, lo-fi arrangement pair quite beautifully – a nostalgic and enchanting guitar pattern, a light programmed rhythm, and a vocal prowess that’s timeless. Gina Royale captures the storytelling and melodic originality required to really connect, with the uniquely ambient and evocative tones of Treading.
Featuring the additional talents of Thomas Monaco, this hazy but impassioned arrangement is decidedly distinct right now – an alt-pop style marching to the beat of its own drum, with the raw feeling of the songwriting exemplified above all else.
Despite the fullness of the soundscape, the emotions ring loud, the muggy vocal fragments and the lo-fi guitar recording all adding a certain nostalgic authenticity to proceedings.
It’s a bold and beautiful take on the modern songwriting approach, and it marks an alluring and immersive introduction to the powerfully recognisable style and substance of Gina Royale. The vulnerability is undeniable, and the fusion of genres is subtle but striking – an hypnotic combination that naturally connects.
Gina Royale is represented by Young Outlaw Music (YOM), with distribution through Virgin-UMG. Find Gina Royale on Instagram & TikTok.
