Lou Terry – Yellow Top (2022)
Described as a genre-mangling singer-songwriter, UK-based Lou Terry is not to be pigeon-holed. A sense of the slightly mad is woven into his music, but the eclectic sound is something inimitable and overwhelmingly grand. Whether it is with his band or as a solo artist, 27-year-old Terry captures audiences wherever he goes; in fact, he once won the heart of punk poet John Cooper Clarke entrancing Clarke to the point where he missed his train home. Along with the 1970s legendary poet, Lou Terry turned heads across the globe receiving coverage from various media (including Line of Best Fit, BBC Radio 2, New York Radio and The Daily Gazette) and performing at notable festivals like The Great Escape. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘Yellow Top’.
Building on the success of his track ‘Rowan’s Advice’, ‘Yellow Top’ is Terry’s first release in 2022. Unlike ‘Rowan’s Advice’ or ‘Until It Fits In’ (both released in 2021), the new single weaves a soft folk-rock thread through a grunge meets alternative rock sonic tapestry. A strong nod to the sounds of the 90s, there is a reminiscence of artists like Weezer and Nirvana; however, a uniqueness is heard in the obscurity of Terry’s vocals and the bold, melodic arrangement.
What I really enjoy about Lou Terry and ‘Yellow Top’ is how the chaotic, almost frantic rock melody takes a bold stance, but the softer, soothing element is carried beneath the insanity. A form of organised chaos, if you will, but far more “swirling about in a kaleidoscopic whirlwind” than “sitting around taking in the madness but holding onto an anchor”. Either way, the craziness and almost palpable grittiness of ‘Yellow Top’ is intoxicating.
Made for sold-out concerts and large arenas, Lou Terry must be amazing to see live. I hope I have the honour of one day seeing him perform.
For more from Lou Terry check out his official website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Spotify.
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