08 August 2024 - 0 Comments

Following on from two lead singles Thick and Sleep It Off which reached #1 and #4 on the New Zealand Alternative Radio Chart respectively, Louisa Nicklin today shares her latest single and music video, Can't See from her eagerly awaited album The Big Sulk, set to drop on Friday August 23.

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Can't See stands out as one of the more delicate and introspective tracks from The Big Sulk. Nicklin describes the songwriting process for this track as particularly challenging, with the primary difficulty lying in finding a melody that could seamlessly follow the rapidly shifting harmonies. The track features a unique textural sound resembling birdsong, created using a synthesizer and guitar pedal. This atmospheric element, performed by Eamon Edmundson-Wells and Mason Fairey, adds an eerie and captivating layer to the song, despite not being intentionally designed to mimic bird sounds.

The brainchild of frequent collaborators Ali Burns, Zoë Dunster and Nicklin, the accompanying music video for Can't See draws its initial inspiration from the iconic 'The Porter Wagoner Show,' particularly the performances of Dolly Parton during the late 60's and 70's. The video aims to evoke the feel of a live TV performance from that era, complete with the era's characteristic cheesy backdrops and over-the-top aesthetics, while infusing it with a modern twist. This creative choice reflects Nicklin's admiration for the nostalgic charm of vintage television and her desire to bring that sentiment into the contemporary music scene.

To celebrate the release of The Big Sulk, Nicklin and band are hitting the road this September. Playing Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and Auckland. Joining Nicklin at the shows will be Team Scary (Nelson), T.G. Shand (Christchurch), Death And The Maiden (Dunedin), Linen (Wellington) and Groopchat and Green Grove (Auckland). Tickets are on sale now at undertheradar.co.nz

Releasing on Friday 23 August The Big Sulk is a development on Nicklin’s previous releases. Written and recorded with more patience and consideration than her previous works, the album delves into themes of Nicklin’s relationships with people, stories of individuals within her orbit, and self-reflection. Each track is delivered with her searingly honest lyrics, dark, enveloping melodies, and instinctive guitar playing, making it an enticing cocktail of eight tracks.

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