Dublin songwriter ELLYD aka Elaine Doyle has released her new single, Lose The Fear. We asked her the BIG questions . . .
It follows her last offering, I Will Wait, and is a taster of her forthcoming album, Tomorrow Be Kind, which is due for release later this year.
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Speaking about her new track, she says, "I rewrote the music for Lose the Fear at least three times. Initially, it was intended to be a piano ballad, but I soon realised the music needed a more intense energy to represent the message.
"When I began experimenting with the drums and electric guitar in particular, the song took shape and evolved into what it is today.
"I feel it carries a slight vibe reminiscent of 90s Irish rock."
She added: "At its core, the song reflects the struggle of facing difficulties and the mental battle to stay positive, to be present, and to have faith that things will improve.
"This track is the fourth on my debut album, which is set to be released in September, and it's definitely one of the more rock-oriented songs."
Tell us three things about yourself . . .
I've been a bit obsessed with Duolingo recently where I'm learning Latin. Dogs always make me smile. Mine's a Guinness!
How would you describe your music?
Pop with a side of alternative.
Who are your musical inspirations?
Blondie.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
I went to see Boyzone in Tallaght Stadium when I was really, really young but Peter Andre in The Point Depot was the first gig I went to without any adult accompaniment!
What was the first record you ever bought?
Mark Morrison's Return of the Mack. On cassette!
What’s your favourite song right now?
Right now, Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"We're just two lost souls swimming in a fishbowl" - Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd.
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Blondie's Rapture.
Where can people find your music/more information?
People can find my music over on Spotify, iTunes and all the usual digital stores. People can also follow me if they wish on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok at ELLYDMUSIC.
Alan Corr
