Donna Spelling drops debut single “Window”

Tel Aviv-based newcomer Donna Spelling, the moniker of Yoav Chorev, is an artist who makes his own fiercely original sound which sits at the crossroads of alternative pop and indie R&B, all filtered through an experimental lens. Taking cues from artists like Enya as well as South American DJs such as Chancha Vía Circuito, he forges a truly unique sound that’s at once innovative and highly engaging.

Making his official artistic entrance, he now brings us his brand new debut single titled “Window,” a first offering that unveils his sound in spectacular fashion. Linking up with producer Nir Yatzkan Kroll, whom Yoav met in high school when playing together in various projects, the pair serve up a spacey, beat-driven pop soundscape full of immersive atmosphere and delicate melodic songwriting.

Having taken the demo of the song to Nir, he transformed its structure and helped reshape it into the dazzling form it takes on today. Recording in a song in a studio beneath a lavish hotel while homeless people were sat outside, the contrasting contexts further inspired Yoav and added to his musical vision that seeks to create music connected to the Earth while taking melodic influence from Asia, Latin America and French impressionism.

Initially penned about his ex-boyfriend, the song has taken on new thematic meaning, framing the idea of helping a friend get out of bed and encouraging them to find purpose and motivation. Set up by the hazy textures of soft synth drones, the song gently takes flight with the steady pulse of kick and airy synth lead flickers, casting an enchanting soundscape as Yoav’s elegant vocal flutters enter.

Flowing with bright melodic flourishes and intricate percussive shots, the graceful synth-focused arrangement is peppered with delicate staccato dashes before the laid back shuffle of the beat carries the track into a dreamy scene. Developing with warm piano chords, sweeping strings, twinkling chimes and overlapping layers of silky vocalisations, the song offers a stunning listening experience from start to finish.

Full of memorable melodic moments and wrapped in a playful, upbeat fabric, “Window” presents a charming sound of avant pop that sees Donna Spelling make a superb entrance as an artist with a compelling sound. As he unveils more of his engrossing musical output, 2025 is shaping up to be a breakout year for this exciting new artist on the rise.

Listen to Window below

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