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Jensyn’s ‘Golden’ – A Shimmering Ode to Self-Love and Queer Identity

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6 months ago

November 4, 2024

Get ready to bask in the glow of Jensyn’s new single, Golden, a song that feels like a warm embrace on a chilly Liverpool night. This 24-year-old alt-pop artist, also known as Jenn Morgan, has been simmering in the UK’s music scene, and with Golden, they’re serving up an earnest, ethereal track that captures the unique mix of tenderness and introspection fans have come to love.

The track is like slipping into a sunbeam, with an acoustic, mid-tempo groove that blends alt-pop with subtle folk influences. Jensyn’s finger-picked guitar melodies drift gently over serene drone textures, while the pedal steel guitar, courtesy of Jack O’Hanlon, adds a touch of dreamy nostalgia that’ll have you swaying along. The song’s gentle bass and lush harmonies make Golden feel like the musical equivalent of watching golden hour light soften every corner of a room—it’s a soothing, cozy experience that still finds room to explore deeper themes of self-acceptance and identity.

Jensyn describes writing Golden as a kind of self-discovery, a musical safe haven where they could reflect on identity, love, and the journey of self-acceptance within the queer experience. And the magic of that introspection comes through beautifully. You can feel Jensyn’s heart in every line and every note, reminding us that true comfort is often found within.

And then there’s the music video, directed by Jensyn themself. Set to debut alongside the single, it promises to be an introspective visual journey that brings another layer to the track’s already immersive vibe. Just imagine the rich, atmospheric cinematography by Sara Wolff of Sulk Photography—known for her dreamy, evocative shots—melding perfectly with Jensyn’s lush soundscape. It’s a full sensory experience waiting to unfold.

For anyone who loved Jensyn’s January Left EP, which Youth Music UK helped bring to life, Golden feels like the next natural step. It builds on their raw, heartfelt storytelling and captivating production style, promising fans not just a song but an emotional experience. And with a new single, Ruby, slated for release on January 8, 2025, Jensyn is definitely on a roll, continuing to shape their voice within the alt-pop scene and beyond.

So, plug in, unwind, and let Golden wrap you in its warm, golden glow. Trust us—you’ll be hitting repeat.

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Waz-u drops ambient gem ‘Vermillion’ ft. Lilyg

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7 hours ago

April 25, 2025

Don Reed

London-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Waz-u returns with his second album, Preludes: Dusk Psalms, set for release on 16 May 2025 via independent label Biodiversity. The 15-track record further refines the artistic depth of his debut, blending electronic textures and classical compositional techniques in an intricate, immersive listening experience.

Ahead of the album release, Waz-u is dropping an exclusive vocal version of ‘Vermillion: G Major’ from the album, accompanied by its original instrumental version. ‘Vermillion’ with Lilyg will be released on 18 April 2025, evoking intimate indie-folk and pop and follows the release of a vocal version of ‘Lament’ with Tom Norrington. ‘The singles are a way to give a voice to the atmosphere of the record and to lyrically encapsulate some of the themes explored,’ explains Waz-u. ‘Lily and Tom are good friends of mine and have both been listening to early iterations of these preludes – it felt right to involve them directly on this record.’

‘Preludes: Dusk Psalms’ marks a new branch of Waz-u’s emerging sound, guided by the duality of tradition and innovation. Combining his musical roots in early ‘90s dub techno and classical music, the album weaves carefully layered synthesizers and electronics to evoke the ambience of sacred music — from the gentle timbres of a choir or an organ to the quiet, open, and reverberating spaces of a church. Also featured throughout the album is experimental musician G9 LUV, who creates textures and drones by bowing his bass guitar, resulting in cello-like sounds. The release follows Waz-u’s 2024 debut LP, Prayer For Dawn, which merged dub, techno, and electronica in an exploration of the ritualistic traditions associated with both organized religion and dance.

Bringing the album’s themes to life, Waz-u will celebrate the release of Preludes: Dusk Psalms with a special performance at Our Holy Redeemer in Clerkenwell, London on 14 May 2025. Set against the church’s resonant acoustics, the event will feature live performance arrangements, including a choir, with further details to be announced soon.