EP Review: So Below

I came across a description of Madeline North (AKA So Below), which was very fitting, “A mysterious Goth Pop chanteuse”. I myself have previously reviewed her work and described her as an “enigmatic songbird”. Her style of music is moody electro-pop, however on her self-titled EP there are a few, upbeat goth-pop moments. North has a refreshing and appealing sound which is rather unique. You may find this a pleasurable listening experience, if you are into synth- filled grooves. 

There are four tracks on So Below to whet your appetite; Madeline North has an almost sultry sound. You may interpret Goth to mean melancholy and moody, but this isn’t totally the case. I have previously described Close as a mismatch of lively instrumentals and dark lyrics, a similar vein runs through this EP, although perhaps not so much dark as brooding in the shadows.

So, as I scroll through articles and reviews during my quick early morning research reconnaissance, I see that a description has come forth of North’s music which describes it perfectly “blending elements of light and dark” which indeed it is.

The track listing is short and sweet, starting with Hard, following up with Ruin and Close, then finishing with Visions.

Ruin had a depth of bass to it which wasn’t as pronounced in the other 3 tracks. Emotive lyrics make up the fabric of So Below with electronic / pop beats.
 

I would also like to mention the atmospheric new video which has just been released for Close; it complimented the song perfectly, uncomplicated but with a moody element. Shot at night and dare I say it… dark.

Madeline North has been picked as one to watch. I would definitely be keeping an eye on her.

★★★★ (4 stars)