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6 February 2025
As a devoted fan of British, Berlin-based songstress ANIKAthe news of new material
makes my day. After two splendid albums with indie band Exploded View and 2 solo
LPs she announced the launch of her 4th one.
It’s baptized Abyss and will drop on April 4th. Pre-order-info here.
Press info: “Anika channels her frustration, anger, and confusion with the world into her third album, Abyss. Recorded live to tape at Berlin’s legendary Hansa Studios, the album captures raw energy with minimal overdubs, resulting in a visceral and urgent 10-track journey fueled by intense emotions. Abyss reflects Anika’s desire to create a space where people can unite and feel free to express themselves amidst the chaos of the world. With influences ranging from 90s grunge and Courtney Love to Patti Smith and Genesis P-Orridge, the album is driven by a rebellious spirit.
Abyss also delves into the intense tensions between the left and right in contemporary society, exploring the complexities of human imperfection and healthy debate. From the thrashing intensity of “Oxygen” to the melancholic “Buttercups,” the album refuses to shy away from uncomfortable truths. Anika boldly confronts her own raw emotions, as exemplified in the candid lyrics of “Walk Away,” where she reflects on discontent with herself and the world.”
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Anika about lead-single HEARSAY: “This song is about media moguls — about the power of the media, whether social, TV or beyond — we are as much under its spell as we ever were and some nasties are exploiting it for their own gains. Parasites feeding off the blood of the public — PJ Harvey inspired for sure.”
TUTV: Anika always had and still has a kind of mysterious aura surrounding her.
I think she would reject my perception of her music and her magnetic persona.
But that’s what my ears and my eyes tell me.
Anyway Hearsay‘s sound resonates richer than before. The song has a rockin’ groove
and poised drive with a psychedelic impact caused by guitars cutting like a chainsaw. On top comes Anika‘s mesmerizing voice and she tackles the polluting media brainwashing people.
So curious to hear what
the album will be like.
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