Shelly Perel shares new single “12AM”

Shelly Perel is a rising star from Tel Aviv who’s been winning over audiences since she was just six years old. Despite her youth, Shelly is no stranger to the stage, having performed across her home city and even opened for internationally recognised acts.

Her journey in music has been built on a unique blend of Israeli influences and global sounds, creating a distinct voice in the alternative R&B scene. Kicking off her musical adventure in 2020, she unveiled her original sound with the release of her debut single “Hold You.”

Quickly followed by sophomore track “Mind,” she then released her first EP, called Buttercup, to critical acclaim. Landing on the map of must-watch artists and earning extensive radio support, she’s continued sharing a string of well-received singles while collaborating with producers such as Caye, Kuji and Mor Opper along the way.

Now gearing up to drop her debut full-length record, Patience And Stuff, she brings us the lead single from the upcoming release with the new track titled “12AM.” Serving up an intimate, alternative pop ballad that explores themes of vulnerability and connection in relationships, it’s perhaps her deepest and most emotionally impactful release to date.

Linking up with producer Golde, who also co-produced her forthcoming LP, the pair have crafted a tender sound of piano-driven pop music. Opened by Shelly’s elegant voice delivering heartfelt lyricism and delicate melodies via hushed delivery, airy synth tones flutter as the pulse of bass grounds the arrangement. As soft string elements swell, the lively rattle of drums injects a smooth groove as Shelly’s stunning voice soars with soulful leads above.

Forging a superb contrast of silky textures and graceful vocals with the thumping punch of the drums, the track glides through dreamy moments in the finale to offer a mesmeric and memorable sound from start to finish. Showcasing her alluring songwriting and vocal panache, “12AM” opens an exciting new chapter for this talented artist while building the hype for her highly anticipated debut album.

Commenting on the single, producer Golde shares, “If I had to describe the production of 12 am, I would say it’s a song that produced itself, a song that was always there and just needed to find its way into our environment. I remember that when I was building the production, it didn’t feel like I needed to think about what would sound good or which direction I wanted to take it. I just needed to let it come out, and layer by layer, it simply emerged as it was, like filling in a Sudoku puzzle.”

Listen to 12AM below

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