Alternative Folk from Cordelia Gartside

Cordelia Gartside is a UK-based artist with a penchant for crafting emotive and enchanting songs that’s seen her firmly establish herself in the alternative music scene. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Big Thief, Fiona Apple and Phoebe Bridgers, Cordelia’s music hangs on its ability to instil powerful emotions and connect deeply with listeners.

Her performances see her use her astonishing voice to enthral audiences, enchanting them with its emotive power and elegant delivery. Making her entrance a decade ago with her debut EP titled Setting North, she dropped her sophomore EP in 2017 with Medea.

Now she returns with her brand new single titled “16xo,” released ahead of her upcoming debut album which is set to drop early next year. Opened by gentle sonic textures, hovering in the distance as Cordelia’s hushed vocal leads float in, softly laying down graceful vocals to craft an intimate and moving atmosphere.

The delicate tap of percussion enters, slowly carrying the rhythm as intricate guitar flutter and warm bass notes form the stunning fabric above which Cordelia threads her truly magical vocal performance. With smooth guitar licks peppering the arrangement, the song builds to a subtly emphatic crescendo where Cordelia’s voice soars, dances above the song with pure passion and force.

The appeal of “16xo” truly lies in Cordelia’s sensational vocal performance. It’s a stunning artistic tool that she uses to speak straight to your heart and leave a worthwhile impact with her poignant lyricism. With her new single, she explores the complex world of being a teenager in the digital age. As we’ve increasingly lived life through online interactions and virtual realities, Cordelia Gartside distils her experiences into profound artistic expression.

With her fist full-length record on the horizon, Cordelia Gartside will no doubt continue going from strength to strength as she shares more of her compelling sonic vision.

Listen to 16xo below