Bristol-based newcomer STELL, the solo project of musician Stell Kousiounis, is an exciting alternative rock act. With a bold guitar-driven sound and penchant for witty lyricism delivered via a sardonic approach, STELL offers an energising sound that filters elements of alternative, emo rock and pop punk through his own original sonic lens.
Making his explosive artistic entrance, his brand new debut single “Don’t Wanna Get Out of Bed” lays down a compelling statement that sees STELL unveil his original sound. Serving up a tribute to the unmotivated and unproductive via an uptempo rock sound instilled with tongue-in-cheek lyrical writing.
Kicked off by the sliding note of electric guitar, STELL’s bright vocals ride above palm muted notes to spin engaging melodies carrying his dry humour via expressive lines. Building up the tension and accenting the rhythm with stabbed notes, the pulse of the kick drum injects a steady rhythm before the song erupts into a burst of raucous rock energy.
Splashing drums, driving guitar and belted vocal leads all collide to deliver a rousing dose of exhilarating rock music before floating back down to the laid back aesthetic of the verse. Progressing to an epic mid section where soaring lead guitar notes hover above the charging arrangement, the superb structure craft a dynamic ebb and flow that bends from the mellow to the powerfully impactful.
Wrapped up in slick production, “Don’t Wanna Get Out of Bed” offers the perfect introduction to STELL via an energising alternative rock anthem that deftly balances a thrilling listening experience with light-hearted context. It’s a truly spectacular first outing from a talented artist who instantly places himself on the map of must-watch artist in the UK rock music scene and beyond. Armed with stellar songwriting talent, instrumental panache and commanding vocals, STELL is set to go from strength to strength on what’s sure to be his breakout year.
Listen to Don’t Wanna Get Out of Bed below
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