Guest Singer - ‘Puppy’
Ahead of the release of their EP ‘Divine Psychic Hotline’ on April 26th, Doncaster duo Guest Singer drop their latest single ‘Puppy’.
Guest Singer, consisting of Jake Cope and France Lahmar, join the ranks of musicians creating songs rooted in frank societal observations. Writing in the post-truth generation, ‘Puppy’ sees Cope explore his thoughts on altruism and goodwill’. He explains further “This came from my reading of ‘Humankind’ by Rutger Bergman. In it he talks about the rise of the Homo Puppy and raises the idea that we have been bred to be inherently good. I guess the song questions whether that is the case, or whether we have learnt to use kindness to ensure there is something in it for us.”
Self-proclaimed creators of Dark Pop, ‘Puppy’ follows in the gritty, sticky-floor bass lines of their previous releases. The duo have previously described their sound as “sad, dark bangers”, and ‘Puppy’ definitely fits the bill. Gradually building in texture, the track progresses from electronic whirs and distorted vocalisations into a full blown art-rock anthem. Singer Jake Cope’s stylish vocals fit seamlessly into the fizzing beat and electronic dance synths. It’s easy to imagine the track being played at a beer-stained bar with glittering disco lights.
Shrouded in inky electronic sound, ‘Puppy’ refuses to give any definitive answers on whether people are intrinsically benevolent or secretly selfish. And, Guest Singer are equally enigmatic. From the vagueness of their name to the simplistic yet broody visualiser released alongside ‘Puppy’, Guest Singer exude mystery. It's no wonder then that they have caught the attention of those at the BBC and Amazing Radio. With their verdant soundscapes and intriguing style, Guest Singer’s upcoming EP, ‘Divine Psychic Hotline’ seems set to turn even more heads.
Words by Ella McLaren
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