GEORGIA VAN ETTEN DELIGHTS WITH POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “DEEP BLACK WATER”
Georgia van Etten, brings impact and authenticity with the release of her new single “Deep Black Water,” the title track of her upcoming album. The UK-based, Aussie born songstress continues to showcase her profound talent with this fiercely dynamic single, her soulful vocal qualities on full display, stunningly infusing the blues, roots and rock genres. The track’s dark, brooding undertones masterfully interact with the reflective lyrics, sharing a thought-provoking message close to Georgia’s heart.
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“‘Deep Black Water’ is a powerful reflection of life as a young person today. Inspired by the stories I have collected from students I have taught in London’s poorest areas and that of my own experiences in a money driven, elitist world," says Georgia.
"The chant-like chorus came to me first, and I remember being interested in the concept of black water, after a panicked experience with the deep drop off after swimming out too far. I used this as a metaphor for submitting to the cause, being fed up with the system and despite fear - joining the fight for a better future.
I wanted to address the unfair reputation bestowed upon my generation and shed light on the reality which sees young people work multiple jobs only to just scrape by, who cannot afford university or are burdened with life-long debt, who face extreme class struggle, racism and live under governments who do not listen.”
Along with her rich vocal tones, Georgia van Etten’s powerful songwriting marks her as an important voice both in the music industry and in society, situating the Geelong born songstress as one of the most exciting acts on the scene.
To complement the powerful messages Georgia seeks to communicate through her work, the musical composition process is an important one. Working with co-producer Edwin Ireland, the pair were able to articulate the dichotomy presented in the both heavy and inspiring lyrics through their artistic choices.
“We used a chain-gang style beat, heavy guitar, eerie synth, dirty organ and chanting backing vocals,” said Georgia. “The result is a dynamic blues, rock track infused with gospel and soul and strengthened by commanding vocals. The track begins and ends with humming inspired by early blues music from the deep-south and kicks into a bare, march-like call to action that builds into a rocky chorus with a soulful core.”
“When devising the production structure Edwin and I wanted a relief point in the song and this is achieved by the laid-back middle 8 that is brilliantly juxtaposed by the gritty breakdown and subsequent musical onslaught to end.”
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Georgia packed one tiny suitcase six years ago and headed for the U.K. Since then she has solidified her position as an international touring artist, headlining festivals across the UK, Europe, and Australia. Her debut EP Live at the Pool Studio had extensive international and BBC Radio 2 play with Jamie Cullum remarking “This really blew me away when I first heard it”, and Blues & Soul Magazine UK declaring “Put simply, this is a damn fine EP”.