Tokyo-born and London-raised Tzucasa, the artistic banner of artist Tsukasa, is an exciting new voice blending the influences of her Japanese heritage with a European influence. Her name itself is a reflection of this cultural blend, merging “Tsukasa” with “Mi casa es tu casa,” symbolising an openness and a mix of two distinct worlds.
Growing up in a family passionate about music, Tzucasa was introduced to jazz greats like Miles Davis through her father and she soon took to music herself. Her first instrument was the piano, but by age eleven, she had already shifted to the guitar, building her own sound influenced by the grit of 80s and 90s rock and grunge and artists like PJ Harvey and Radiohead.
Despite being relatively new to the scene, Tzucasa has already made an impact with her singles “Parade” and “A Fragile Jaw.” Alongside her musical journey, she’s also developed her artistic skills through a fine arts degree, building a creative portfolio that spans drawing, sculpture and storytelling inspired by manga.
In 2024, Tzucasa embarked on a transformative trip to Japan that became the inspiration for her forthcoming debut album, 222. During her visit, she uncovered the story of a distant relative, Shuu-u Kimura, a former policeman turned monk and poet whose free-spirited life and devotion to art profoundly connected with her. Now she brings us her latest release with her brand new single titled “Robots Bore Me,” an edgy punk-infused rock anthem that tackles the growing obsession with AI and automation.
Built around snarling guitar riffs and sharp lyrics, the track is inspired by Isaac Asimov’s Satisfaction Guaranteed and questions our modern infatuation with technology. Rising from the hazy guitar notes and subtly angsty vocals of the intro, the roll of drums hints at the incoming energy before the arrangement erupts with gritty guitar riffs, splashing drums and commanding vocal leads.
Brimming with slick ebb and flow, the track bends from the mesmeric, downtempo aesthetic of the verses to the raucous grunge-inflected charge of the chorus, resulting in a thrilling listening experience throughout. Once again showcasing her highly original sound, “Robots Bore Me” sees Tzucasa deliver an epic rock outing that continues to build the hype for her forthcoming debut record.
Listen to Robots Bore Me below
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