Brighton trio CIEL have dropped a teaser today for a new EP promised for later this year. “Fine Everything” showboats a grungier, more grown-up side to the band. Produced and mixed by Steven Ansell and mastered by Robin Schmidt, it is no surprise that CIEL are longlisted for Glastonbury’s Emerging Talent Competition.
Frontwoman Michelle Hindriks explains: “It’s about coming of age, and not really knowing how to navigate life. The doubts and difficulties that involve making life-changing decisions, yet maybe not being ready growing up, when all your friends are. I was thinking of how so many people lost touch with their inner gut feeling and instincts, and how all the possibilities in life can feel so overwhelming sometimes. It’s almost kind of easier to stay oblivious to it instead of digging deep into your mind.”
With “Fine Everything” the band takes their melodic pop soul in a moodier direction with distorted bass rocking the groove over shoegaze guitars. Michelle Hindriks’ punchy, punk vocals hum over the fuzzy walls and driving drums. The track oozes hook-filled melodies. How can you not believe everything will be fine?
Watch the video for “Fine Everything” below or find the song on streaming plafrorms.
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