Hailing from Montreal, singer-songwriter Basia Bułat has long been a bright light in the pop and folk music world. With a decorated career spanning over a decade, she’s continually reinvented her sound, transitioning from folk-inspired beginnings to experimental pop that balances emotional impact with musical innovation. Her journey has been marked by critically acclaimed albums, exciting live performances and collaborations with some of the most Sought-after names in music.
Basia’s early works, such as Oh, My Darling and Heart of My Own, were built on folk traditions and captured with the energy of punk rock producer Howard Bilerman. These records put her on the map of must watch artists, winning over audiences with their heartfelt lyrics and delicate instrumentation. As her career progressed, so did her sound; with Tall Tall Shadow, she ventured into themes of grief and friendship and by Good Advice, she’d embraced a vibrant, breakup-inspired pop sound shaped by Jim James of My Morning Jacket.
Now, as she prepares to release her upcoming album, Basia’s Palace, Basia offers a window of her next artistic chapter. Set for release in February via Secret City Records, the album sees her reunite with longtime collaborator Mark Lawson, who co-produced this record and previously worked on Tall Tall Shadow and The Garden. Renowned producer Tucker Martine, known for his work with artists like Beth Orton and Neko Case, also lends his talents to the project, crafting a sound that promises to be softer yet no less engrossing.
The first taste of Basia’s Palace came with the lead single “Baby” and now, she’s shared “My Angel,” the second single from the album. Building on her blend of poetic lyricism and immersive arrangements, the track reflects Basia Bułat’s continued exploration alternative pop with a gently grooving sound brimming with catchy hooks carried by alluring vocal performance.
With the mellow pulse of electronic percussion and soft guitar chords, Basia’s elegant voice floats above the arrangement to deliver blissful melodic leads and heartfelt lyrical reflections. Flowing with laid back energy, beautiful string flourishes and echoes of her folk background, “My Angel” serves up a charming sound that’s sure to win over fans around the world while further building the excitement for her next LP.
Paired with the single is a music video directed by Nora Rosenthal which features dancer Naïma Contreras Tejpar and Basia twirling in an empty venue, capturing a whimsical scene to perfectly accompany the music. With Basia’s Palace arriving early next year, Basia Bułat is set to continue her journey as a celebrated artist across Canada and beyond.
Commenting on the new single, she offers, “This is a song about love at first sight – a rush of overwhelming emotion that feels definite, unmistakeable, and mysterious all at the same time. I wanted my singing on this song to reflect the way that I wrote the music: sneaking in moments while my baby daughter was sleeping, rushing to the Wurlitzer in the basement when an idea struck in the middle of the night. The string arrangements on ‘My Angel’ and the entire album were all written and performed by Drew Jurecka and I love how he captured the mystery and romance of love at first sight, the violins transforming into something divine.”
Watch the music video for My Angel below
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