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Catlea Shares New Single ‘Like Me’
The musical tastes of singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Catlea range widely, encompassing pop, rock, alt-indie, and electronic dance music. The alt-indie singer’s voice is a mix of raw, forceful, and beautiful. Catlea performs the piano, ukulele, acoustic guitar, and rhythm guitar to complement their unique vocals.
For their forthcoming full-length album titled, Language Barrier, the Cincinnati native worked closely with producer Jason Boshoff (Ed Sheeran, Josh Groban, David Grey, Rufus Wainwright) of Room to Studios in Barcelona, Spain, spending three years writing, producing, and refining ten new alt-indie songs. Every voice track by Catlea was recorded locally at PLAY Audio, formerly known as Gwynne Sound.
They return with their latest offering âLike Meâ. With a powerful tune and amazing vocals, âLike Meâ is an emotional journey that speaks to our yearning for connection. It builds nicely to a loud, poignant finish of inspiration and optimism. Remain still. Remain persistent. Things will improve. You’re not by yourself. There are people out there just like you.
The delivery of Catlea’s vocals, which is characterised by its charisma and energy, is particularly noteworthy. The song’s lyrical content is wonderfully complemented by the singer’s confident and attitude-filled voice. The song’s lyrics exalt self-expression and acceptance while enticing listeners to value their individuality and genuineness.
The song’s recognisable hooks and memorable chorus contribute to its influence. The catchy melody of the song makes it simple for listeners to join in and absorb its positive message of acceptance of oneself. Itâs a self-assured and uplifting piece of music that embraces originality and radiates confidence. The rhythmic instrumental opening of the song instantly draws in the listener and establishes a positive and joyful mood.
Catlea’s âLike Meâ is a skillfully written, upbeat song that communicates concepts of individuality and self-empowerment. The song is a call to embrace individuality and celebrate authenticity with its self-assured voice, strong lyrics, and lively instrumental arrangement. Highlighting enthusiastic pop tunes, catchy beats, and an energetic production is the instrumental arrangement, these components work in unison to produce an enticing and danceable soundscape making it a well-executed production. For individuals who enjoy songs that promote self-expression and acceptance of oneself, this is an engaging and inspirational listen.
Big Media Creative, who also produced Twenty One Pilots’ âStressed Outâ music video, produced the âLike Meâ music video.
âI love writing songs, making music, and performing live,â said Catlea. Their songs feature catchy âearwormsâ with witty lyrics and melodies that get inside your head and make you want to click replay. âI try to create music that has personal meaning to me and anyone listening.â
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leo.âs âdecember bluesâ – A Winterâs Tale Told in Melody
Winter can be both a season of beauty and longing, and singer-songwriter leo. captures this duality perfectly in his latest single, december blues. Released today, the track is a stirring ballad steeped in acoustic intimacy, indie charm, and vintage holiday aesthetics. Itâs a song that invites listeners to embrace the complexities of winter through the lens of love and connection.
Inspired by his move from Portugal to the UK, leo. brings a deeply personal touch to the song. âThe winters in Portugal were never harsh,â he shares, âbut here in the UK, I encountered the true âDecember blues.â This track became my way of expressing how love can transform that coldness into warmth.â His duet with Chevy adds a layer of emotional depth, turning the song into a dialogue of solace and shared experience.
The songâs production is nothing short of mesmerizing. Alistair Kerleyâs lush string arrangements and Nico Widdowsonâs jazz piano evoke a bygone era, paying homage to the rich musical traditions of the 1940s and 50s. Producer Ed Allen, known for his ability to merge classic and modern elements, polishes December Blues into a piece that is both nostalgic and contemporary.
leo. continues to build an impressive rĂ©sumĂ©. His single despair has surpassed 43 million streams, and his recent EP earned recognition in Clash magazine. With rave reviews from Backseat Mafia and Earmilk, leo.âs rise in the indie singer-songwriter world feels inevitable. december blues is a testament to his ability to consistently create music that resonates deeply.
Poignant, evocative, and beautifully crafted, december blues is a track that will undoubtedly find its place in winter playlists everywhere. leo. invites us to find warmth in love and music, even when the days are at their coldest.
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