Following on from his debut EP last year, 21-year-old Londoner, ELDERBROOK returns with his second EP, Travel Slow. With the pressure of a number one Hype Machine track from his debut EP, Elderbrook set himself a pretty high benchmark to maintain with EP number two.
It is safe to say Elderbrook is an emerging talent to keep your eyes on. Travel Slow picks up where both Could EP and Simmer Down EP left off. It offers up the same deep, brooding vocals however they still have an approachable almost upbeat tone. They are meshed with an electronic tempo that combines the sound of synthesised guitar meets electronic simplistic (yet highly effective) percussion.
The first release from the EP 'Be There Soon' is electronica meets modern day crooner. The backing vocals add a smoky layer to the track, which features heavily a soft, muted guitar layer meshed with what at time almost sounds like simple finger clicks in the percussion department.
There is a definite resemblance to The xx in many aspects of Travel Slow, however Elderbrook is certainly his own artist with a unique sound. The tracks have a soulful vibe while maintaining and electronic front that stops them from falling into a pop category.
Travel Slow EP is available through Black Butter August 21st. You can pre-order it on iTunes now. 'Be There Soon' is already available.
Words by Madeline Kilby
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