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“Selenophile”: A Sonic Metamorphosis by Etoile Marley

Published

6 months ago

October 14, 2024

In ‘Selenophile’, Etoile Marley channels the transformative power of the full moon, using the story of a woman who becomes a werewolf as a metaphor for empowerment. The song speaks to embracing one’s darker side and turning it into a source of strength. Known for her evocative, cinematic sound, Marley weaves dreamy synths with husky harmonies and circus-inspired xylophones and organs, a nod to her former career as a circus performer.

Marley’s journey into music was shaped by her diverse background as a performer, actress, and dancer, roles that have deeply influenced her artistic sensibilities. Her music is difficult to pin down to a single genre, often described instead as a mood—sensual, groovy, and cinematic. She records and produces her work in her home studio just outside London, blending her passion for storytelling, obscure words, and emotional depth into her songwriting.

LOUVE, the she-wolf concept album’s B-side, is where ‘Selenophile’ finds its home, exploring the themes of personal transformation and self-acceptance. Marley, now a mother, continues to produce her music solo, navigating both personal and creative challenges with a fierce sense of independence. With an album centered on obscure language slated for 2025, ‘Selenophile’ offers a taste of her evolving artistry, inviting listeners to embrace their own inner wildness.

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Naud Takes Flight with ‘Un Gars Bian’: A Wild Ride of Music & Madness

Photo credit: Isis Mecheraf

Published

12 hours ago

April 3, 2025

Joni Jones

After ten years of musical mischief, Naud has finally dropped anchor, or rather taken flight, with Un Gars Bian, an album that feels like a hug from an old friend and an impromptu dance party all at once. This high-energy, genre-mashing adventure blends alternative pop, electro, funk, and whatever else Naud felt like throwing into the mix. Think Marseille’s “joyous chaos” bottled up into soundwaves, bursting with playful unpredictability.

Leading things off is “Déjà Vu,” a sweet-and-sour love song about a romance that spanned across Europe but never quite took off, kind of like booking a first-class ticket to heartbreak. It’s got just the right mix of experimental vibes and catchy pop magic to make you groove while overthinking your past relationships.

The album title, Un Gars Bian, is a cheeky play on words, merging Marseille (city in France) slang for “seagull” (gabian) with “un gars bien” (a nice guy). It’s basically Naud in a nutshell: a free-spirited, big-hearted artist who wants to spread good vibes, reckless creativity, and a touch of joyful madness. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s also launched an Un Gars Bian t-shirt line, because what’s better than wearing your philosophy on your sleeve, literally? Grab yours here!

So, are you ready to embrace the joyful chaos? Un Gars Bian is the perfect excuse to dance like nobody’s watching and live life with a little more mischief. Let’s gooo!