If you have been following us for a while, A.b. Violet won’t be a new name to you. The British songstress and producer has been making waves in the indie music scene since her debut last year, showcasing artistic flexibility and inspired aesthetics. She can both write songs, and paint evocative instrumental canvas: that’s the nature of A.b. Violet’s artistry, favouring personal expression over commercial canons.
After her first four singles, all sharing a poignant electro-pop vibe with sultry sensibilities, the Southend On Sea resident came up with the concept of ‘Intermission’, instrumental numbers that function as a ‘snapshot’ for a mood, or a certain life period. Earlier this summer, the latest instalment of the series was released, ‘Cold, Cold Heart’.
This time around, A.b. Violet takes a more ethereal, avant-garde direction, putting her refined production skills to good use. Of course, we still find sporadic vocals, but it all gets drowned into big reverbs, long synthesised sounds, and subtle field recordings, building a sonic universe that accompanies the listeners into an intimate journey through unknown musical lands, admiring the work of an artist that’s not afraid to pursue her own personal path.
In conclusion, yes, you should listen to ‘Cold, Cold Heart’. Connect with A.b. Violet on Spotify: