Hailing from Switzerland, the young guitarist Emilie Zoé and her collaborator Nicolas Pittet deliver an album that feels utterly essential for anyone who appreciates melancholic indie rock in the vein of Two Gallants or Girls In Hawaii. With immediate melodies, stripped-down arrangements, and thoughtful lyrics exploring themes of time, relationships, and distance, tracks like "6 o’clock," "The Barren Land," "Loner," and "Tiger Song" showcase Emilie Zoé's knack for crafting instant indie classics. "The Very Start" is truly a little miracle. Perfect for fans of Heather Nova and Chelsea Wolfe.
