Monstera Black and alys(alys)alys embrace 'Awkward Attraction' in new EP

Monstera Black has teamed up with alys(alys)alys to share collaborative EP 'Awkward Attraction'.

The six-tracker explores, embraces and deconstructs pop music to operate on call and response, unconventional and anticipatory sonic palette. Melodies intertwine with darker club-oriented, experimental soundscapes, to explore themes of existence and vulnerability.

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“'Awkward Attraction' is an EP that tries to capture a glimpse on the stages of attraction," Monstera Black explains, with a fuller explanation in the video below. "From searching for deeper connection (‘System’, ‘Eat Your Soul’), to moments of self awareness (‘Skin’, ‘All These Thoughts’), transforming into playful admissions in the conclusive track 'Who’s A Hoe?'.

"The experimental instrumentals of Alys sets the tone for a melodic exploration that is sing-songy and alienating, allowing me to capture my inner motions. Vocals are warped, bantering, sometimes melody, others spoken word. My intent was to capture how uncomfortable and awkward yet liberating feeling an attraction can be.”

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'Awkward Attraction' by Monstera Black and alys(alys)alys is available via Voitax Records now. Check it out here.

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