Rising up out of the bubbling Leeds DIY music scene, newly-formed three-piece Shadowlark have already graced the speakers of many-a-forlorn-romanced-bedroom. Last month, Shadowlark released their standout track “Control” along with a dystopian-inspired music video featuring a troubled future, a totalitarian regime broken up by a peacefully empowered heroine.
Frontwoman Ellen Smith (vocals, guitar) hosts an unrelenting desire to create raw and honest songs, laid over a foundation of synths. Speaking about the track, Smith says: ‘It’s about trying to figure out what you’re going to do when you don’t quite know yet, you just need a bit of time to get where you’re heading, take the plunge and do your thing…sometimes you need a little help.’
Rounded out by Chris Quick (keys, programming, synths) and James Warrender (drums) the noir pop electrofusion paints brilliant imagery.
Not only do they strike a perfect balance between slow-burning goodness and hard-hitting choruses, but they also attracted the illustrious ears of Dan Austin (Massive Attack, Doves, Biffy Clyro), to add his productions skills to already strong compositions.
Furthermore, Shadowlark packs a political punch with their music, adding an extra layer to their voluptuous instrumentation with feminist-forward lyrics and discussions around democracy and equality in general. Tested by the tryingly competitive waters of the Leeds’ music scene.
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