Cloudy - Single Review: On The Edge
Laidback and soulful, Kiwi-Austrian performer Cloudy's new single On The Edge is a unique singer-songwriter track traversing many a genre. From bedroom pop to indie rock, it's a cohesive, expressive release introducing her hotly awaited sophomore EP.
On The Edge opens with Cloudy's deep yet delicate vocal, urging listeners to "call me by my name". Her lyrics capture the unsettled sensation of fearing someone important to her will leave at any moment. They're fragile, earnest and sincerely relatable, without ever coming across as overly angsty. This is aided by the frequently unexpected melodic shifts, which manage to balance feeling consistently natural with an exciting level of unpredictability and musical experimentation.
The instrumentation is dreamy and bittersweet, full of muted rolling cymbals, nostalgic strummed guitars and careful, gentle bass. Cloudy's touch is light enough to make the song sound effortless, but it's clear there's deep care in every sonic choice. Her pop-style hooks matched with 90s-influenced production similar to the likes of Oasis and No Doubt make the folksy songwriting all the more heartfelt.
There's truly something for everybody in the layers of On The Edge. With its calm pace, it's perhaps an unexpected lead single, but it certainly lives up to the hype of the Cloudy brand. This one-of-a-kind artist is guaranteed to pull you to the edge with her, no matter where your musical interests lie.
About Cloudy
With two EPs now under her belt Cloudy has once again embraced new creative territory. Stepping away from her lone wolf solo writing roots, she has ventured into collaborative projects, working with fellow artists and producers to shape her next studio endeavor. This shift represents another significant evolution in her artistic journey, unlocking new dimensions of her sound and creativity.
Her debut EP, Good Grief (2021), earned spots on numerous local and international Spotify playlists, showcasing her talent for crafting honest, relatable lyrics over dynamic indie soundscapes. Her sophomore EP, Raincloud (2023), delved deeper into themes of relationships, loss, and self discovery. Collaborating with a full band and various producers, Cloudy unveiled what she called her “most authentic musical voice yet,” garnering widespread recognition in New Zealand media.
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