Introduced by angelic, ethereal soundscapes, ‘Hollow’ did fool us for a moment. No, it’s not leftfield electronica: the record soon jumps into intense, misty and hazy alt-rock territories, although there’s a certain eclecticism in it, with spacious guitar tones showcasing strong shoegaze influences. The overall dark aura on the track also results in a listening experience that’s melancholic and poignant, somewhat aligned with the modern rock scene.
Exploring the hardship around mental health struggles and the fight against depression, ‘Hollow’ is a hard-hitting, electrifying anthem bound to resonate with a large number of listeners out there. Behind such musical prowess, we find Bristol-based outfit IOTA, fiercely thriving in their DIY journey through the creative industry. With such a seriously good record – nuanced, meaningful and potent – we are confident they have lots of success ahead of them.
Speaking about the inspiration behind ‘Hollow’, singer Jodie explains: “We wrote ‘Hollow’ as it is something close to our heart and a battle so many people face behind closed doors. We hope Hollow gives perspective and shows strength and fight between depression and mental health issues and that you are not alone.”
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