Zella Day

Compass /  by E

Zella Day refuses to sacrifice emotionally charged chords for addictive beats and, in doing so, brings a classic beauty to each of her Americana inspired tracks. 

Earnest lyrics feel authentic with sweet lines "I will take the pieces, put them back together, even when the grass isn't green enough / taking all the branches, build ourselves a mansion, love you in the way that you needed love" coming from Day's pure vocals and the precious repetition of "where you are, I will be, miles high, in the deep".

Soft piano chords, a sweet melody, and a carefully crafted rhythm are enough support for the honeyed vocals and gorgeous lyrics which lie at the heart of this latest single from Zella Day. Pre-order the single from her upcoming debut EP now. 

"Compass" Zella Day

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East of Eden /  by E

Zella Day's newly released "East of Eden" features a writing style similar to her first single, "Sweet Ophelia", with literary allusions effortlessly intermingling with personal accounts. 

Day manages to write all of her lyrics with a literary flair, focusing on the most minute and intimate details in each verse before delving into emotional choruses which leave a wide berth for interpretation, all while wrapping those lyrics in gorgeous melodies and prominent rhythms that pull the entire story together with ease.

A chorus which states "keep me from the cages, under the control, running in the dark, to find East of Eden" that falls in line perfectly with Steinbeck's "the free, roving mind is being pursued, roped, blunted, drugged" while a haunting rhythm and heavy melody ring full of trepidation and longing is too great to ignore and a hard hitting chorus is made lighter by verses which state lines like "pink toes pressed against the carpet, show your face and finish what you started, the record spins, down the alley late night, be my friend, surround me like a satellite" in such a straightforward and storybook way that it's easy to miss their greatness on first listen. 

A repetitious bridge that builds up to the chorus' final go round insists on dragging you into the track, if you hadn't already fallen in the first time that piano made its presence known, and the constant repetition "to find East of Eden" overlaid with vocal samples is amazingly hypnotic. 

The track features a production as greatly mature as her previous few releases with lyrics that insist on plaintively speaking their truths, even as the melody remains upbeat and interminably addictive. 

Listen to the new single below and buy "Sweet Ophelia" and B-side "1965" now.

"East of Eden" Zella Day

From the forthcoming Zella Day EP expected late summer via B3SCI Records. Follow Zella on Twitter - twitter.com/zelladay Like Zella on Facebook: www.facebook.com/zelladay

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1965 /  by E

The B-side off Zella Day's newly released vinyl offers a stripped down alternative to the bouncy pop beats of "Sweet Ophelia", replacing those heavy chords with nostalgia infused lyrics and a sweetly lilting rhythm that swirls around a soft piano melody.

Swelling strings which pick up the soft melody and urge it forward with a melancholy feel make the song's emotions undeniably strong, but rich vocals which shamelessly plead "I don't belong here... can we go back to the world we had, with a love so sweet it makes me sad... it's the world we've been dreaming of" in contrast to a prominent composition create a compellingly gorgeous track.

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"1965" Zella Day

"1965" releases both digitally and on limited edition 7" clear vinyl on April 7, 2014 via B3SCI Records. Pre-order here: http://b3scirecords.bigcartel.com/product/b3sr-006-zella-day-sweet-ophelia-1965 The sound of strumming guitars; the feel of soft, wet clay; the scent of fresh brewed coffee: this was Zella Day’s childhood. Secluded in the quaint mountain town of Pinetop, Arizona, Zella’s creativity flourished with the forest at her doorstep. High above Phoenix Valley, Pinetop holds a population of 7,000, and Zella's family-owned Mor Mor Coffee House was an only sanctuary for artists. Surrounding herself with local musicians, Zella was inspired to pick up the guitar at a young age. Before long, the blossoming chanteuse started performing sets including Bob Dylan and Elvis songs - selections inspired by her coffee house family. The native Arizonan had found a calling in music and used it as a form of self-realization, penning her experiences and discovering herself through the intricacies of song. She drew inspiration from the serene Arizona mountains and turned to Clint Eastwood, old Western films, and cowboy rebel culture to help shape the attitude behind her music. The result is a raw, organic sound unconfined by the boundaries of genre. It effortlessly floats between the tonalities of female frontier-maker Stevie Nicks and art pop songbird Lana Del Rey while invoking imagery painted by Old Arizona and a free-spirited perspective. To date, Zella Day’s music has barely crossed paths with the outside world; however, her short series of self-released demos and collaborations caught fire throughout the indie community. One such supporter of her undeniable talent was the boutique music press outlet B3SCI. Having recently formed a singles record imprint, B3SCI was undoubtedly the natural home for the songwriter's first official offering to the world. The upcoming two-track single leads with “Sweet Ophelia,” a blending of personal encounters in an eerie resemblance to that of Hamlet’s Ophelia. Crunching drum machines and menacing electronics juxtapose Zella’s airy croons as she sings about the sanctity of physical connection, powerfully portraying both the majesty and fragility of letting love consume you. The B-side, “1965,” takes a more straightforward approach, showcasing Zella’s strong voice atop soft, pattering drums and fluttering guitars. The lyrics tell a story about finding a genuine connection among a sea of inauthenticity. Moreover, the track celebrates its title - the year that a generation united despite a delusive society. On April 7th, B3SCI Records will release 'Sweet Ophelia / 1965' on limited edition 7-inch clear vinyl. The tracks were brought to life at Los Angeles's WAX LTD. Studios with the production and mixing prowess of Xandy Barry and Wally Gagel. This debut collection showcases a young songstress’ visceral visions and liberated mentality, while foreshadowing the depth of a long career that's yet to come. Artwork by Brock Lefferts.

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