E^ST RELEASES POP ANTHEM “I WANNA BE HERE” - FINAL SINGLE BEFORE DEBUT ALBUM “I’M DOING IT” (JULY 31)
As the final reveal before her debut album, “I’M DOING IT”, E^ST has released a mighty pop anthem, “I WANNA BE HERE”, produced by Jim Eliot (Halsey, Ellie Goulding, Kylie Minogue).
“I wrote this song at a really difficult time in my life, and it's almost like I wrote the song that I needed to hear,” said E^ST. “This song is about realising that just because life feels impossible, that doesn't mean that it is impossible... And that as long as you're trying something, there's always hope.”
LISTEN TO "I WANNA BE HERE" HERE
E^ST’s debut album “I’M DOING IT” (out July 31st 2020), tells the story of finding yourself after the collapse of a relationship, and finds E^ST (Mel Bester) pondering on romance, mental health, adulthood, self-esteem and the struggles of navigating your early 20’s.
“I WANNA BE HERE” encapsulates the essence of “I’M DOING IT”, building from a gentle piano ballad to a seismic pop anthem, making a bold statement on the defiance, resilience and independence of this exciting new artist.
E^ST has supported the likes of Panic! At The Disco and Twenty One Pilots on tour, as well as becoming an in-demand writer for other artists, from Noah Cyrus to Nicole Millar. 2020 has seen her feature on Sydney-based hip hop artist Kwame’s single “Nobody”, as well as support The 1975 frontman Matty Healy’s acoustic set at Sydney’s Metro Theatre alongside Ruel, Mansionair, and KUČKA.
With over 60 million streams to her name before her debut album arrives, including her triple j Like A Version raking in 2.5 million views, E^ST has cemented her position at the forefront of Australia’s alt-pop scene.
Praise for E^ST:
“Aussie legend and future superstar E^ST has come roaring back with new song ‘Talk Deep’ – and it sounds like a hit, friends.” - The Music
“E^ST has always managed to tap into the experience of growing up like no other.”
- Cool Accidents
“E^ST is fast becoming this country’s Robyn by delivering sad, danceable moments and she’s done it once again with ‘Flight Path’.” - The Interns
“E^ST is a pioneer of the changing landscape of pop music in Australia. Her work masterfully combines pop sensibilities with razor-sharp lyrics. It’s charming, biting and extraordinarily witty.” - The Brag
“Needless to say, she’s prolific.” - Music Feeds