Empyrean vocals are what allow Sonnen Blume to stand out from the often indie-rock-saturated rising artist scene in the UK. Instead of opting for guitar-driven conformity, the Staffordshire-hailing solo artist is taking a step back and observing the world from the simplistic, rural confines of a Scottish shed. Where her vocals draw comparisons to the soft lamentations of Phoebe Bridgers, her poetic dictations align more brightly with the works of Lou Reed, à la 'The Velvet Underground'. 

A sift through her discography uncovers tracks drenched in buoyant instrumentation ('Satellite'), pop-leaning offerings ('The Clock'), and hazy soundscapes ('Gongoozle'). A stand-out track, however, is 'Making Coffee'. Forgoing the elated and upbeat aspects of her previous releases, 'Making Coffee' is a more folk-pop-infused outing. 

Offering vivid lyrical imagery that befits the accompanying cover art, nostalgia and love reign throughout - as Sonnen Blume offers confessionals on the passing of time. Wrapped in the echoes of long-past relationships, lilting and swooning vocalisations stand at the forefront. Despite approaching the five-minute mark, 'Making Coffee' isn't diluted, nor is it overly elongated: instead, it's a beautifully drawn-out exploration of human connection. 

Inspired by the delicate soundscapes crafted by Paolo Nutini and Angel Olson, Sonnen Blume's latest offering makes its mark as a pastel and ethereal pop cut.

Lana Williams

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Image: 'Making Coffee' Official Single Cover