UK-based trio Lycio has been going from strength to strength with their unique sound and captivating performances. Forming on the day of the infamous UK referendum vote, Lycio quickly earned a reputation as a flawless and prolific live act.
The trio, featuring vocalist and lyricist Genie Mendez, keyboardist Charlie Kellie and drummer Alex Lowe, draws on their multi-instrumental talents in a completely live setting, without the aid of backing tracks or playback. Highlights to date include performances at Chris Evans’ CarFest and Alex James’ Big Feastival, as well as appearances at The Great Escape Festival, while they’ve shared the stage with acclaimed artists like Rae Morris, YONAKA, Self Esteem and Low Island.
In 2020, they were recognised as the BBC Introducing Artist of the Week for BBC Hereford & Worcester, confirming their status as a must-watch act in the UK music scene and beyond. Debuting in 2016 with the single “Air, Pt. 1,” Lycio has consistently won over audiences with a string of well-received singles over the last seven years.
Now, they bring us the highly anticipated follow up to their debut with their brand new single titled “Air, Pt. 2,” the second track lifted from the band’s upcoming debut EP, Inbetween. Following the release of “Danger,” the new single offers up another entirely self recorded and produced cut from this highly original act.
Opened by a hazy blend of tapping percussive shots and bright instrumental tones riding over the fluttering buzz of a synth, the track settles into a groove driven by shuffling drums and swelling synth textures as Genie Mendez threads a compelling vocal performance above. Dropping things back with a breakdown of warm piano chords and a flurry of buzzy synth tones, the track develops throughout with exquisite ebb and flow.
Journeying through a soulful alternative pop scene, with subtle trip hop and R&B tinges, “Air, Pt.2” delivers another slice of Lycio’s innovative sound full of slick vocal leads, silky melodies, grooving rhythm and vibrant arrangement. With their forthcoming debut EP on the horizon, the future certainly looks bright for this sensational band.
Listen to Air, Pt. 2 below
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