Indie R&B from Heavy Bloom

Seattle-based alternative R&B and soul band Heavy Bloom draw on elements of R&B, soul, indie, pop and rock to make an original sound that’s struck a chord with fans around the world. Formed in a one-bedroom apartment on Capitol Hill, the quintet consisting of Jeanie on vocals, Demarcus on guitar, Cory on bass, Jacob on keys,and Joji on drums, has crafted a mesmerising sound that cuts across genres to make something exciting and new.

The roots of the band trace back to Jeanie and Joji’s time in the outfit Hard Maybe, where they first collaborated on the track “Fig.” Over time, they expanded their lineup and developed their sonic vision, eventually debuting as Heavy Bloom with their first single last year.

Since then, they’ve maintained a steady creative output, releasing their debut eponymous EP in October. This year they’ve kept up their creative momentum, dropping a trio of singles with “PROOF,” “SPACE” and now their latest single, “CRASH.”

“CRASH” serves as an end-of-summer anthem that’s at once delicate and grooving. The song thematically revolves around the complex nature of love, specifically the melancholy that sets in as the honeymoon phase fades, leaving behind a mix of joy, nostalgia and the bittersweet realisation that love, while beautiful, is not without its challenges.

Setting the steady rhythm with the mellow strike of drums, the arrangement gently tumbles into place as warm bass lines and airy guitars form a shimmering backdrop for Jeanie’s silky vocal leads to flicker above. With the soft bubble of electric key tones adding colour to the instrumentation, the sweeping sonic fabric forms a stunning soundscape as the snap and patter of drums keeps the laid back vibes grooving.

Folding in jazz-tinged aesthetic to the indie R&B jam, “CRASH” delivers an exquisite showcase of Heavy Bloom’s hypnotic sound and memorable melodic writing as they continue to serve up unique and utterly compelling music. Swelling to a dazzling finale of layered vocals and intricate guitar runs, the band lays down a truly enchanting listening experience that’s sure to win over new and old fans alike.

Listen to CRASH below