Rising experimental pop star, Rebekka Louise, has released her debut album ‘Shame Is An Old Friend’. What began as a Master’s thesis project, has since evolved into Rebekka’s deeply personal and experimental debut album. As a profound exploration of mental health and its impact on both internal and external realities, ‘Shame Is An Old Friend’ is set to captivate listeners now it’s released to the world.
About Shame Is An Old Friend
Delving into the complexities of mental health, ‘Shame Is An Old Friend’ offers a candid exploration of the struggles faced by those experiencing mental health challenges, and also their loved ones standing by them. Boldly addressing feelings of guilt, despair, and the often difficult journey of choosing oneself, this album highlights the delicate push and pull of relationships amid internal struggles. Speaking on the album’s creation, Rebekka Louise explains,
“My aim was to explore all the different aspects of being someone who’s struggling and being in a relationship with someone who’s struggling. I wanted to express how it makes both parties feel and the complexities involved. Creating this album was a cathartic experience for me, helping me understand my own emotions and gain a deeper understanding of others.”
Each of the eight tracks feature raw and unfiltered lyrics, capturing the essence of Rebekka’s unwavering self-expression. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of artists including Aurora, Maria Mena, The Neighbourhood, Billie Eilish, and Madison Beer, Rebekka has crafted a unique sound that is equally experimental and emotionally resonant.
‘Shame Is An Old Friend’ predominantly delves into the intricacies of electronica, with live string sections swimming in and out of the soundscape. A standout feature of ‘Shame Is An Old Friend’ is Rebekka’s exceptional vocal performance. Her voice navigates and translates the intricate emotional landscape of the album with remarkable depth and clarity, bringing a raw authenticity to each track. The heartfelt delivery and powerful vocal range showcase Rebekka’s extraordinary talent, drawing listeners into the intimate and poignant world of their music. The recording process took place primarily in Rebekka’s living room, with select tracks recorded at Tileyard Studios in London. Speaking on the creation process, Rebekka shares, “I wanted to challenge myself with the sound, experimenting with digital instruments to create something unique. It was incredibly fun and rewarding to push the boundaries of what I could do with synthetic sounds.”
About Rebekka Louise
Whilst writing, recording, and producing all of her music from her small London apartment, Norwegian Rebekka Louise is carving out her own path in the music scene. Since debuting back in 2020 with ‘One Step Ahead‘, her unique take on singer-songwriter traditions has achieved glowing reviews from the likes of EARMILK, Forbes Portugal, and Lefuturewave. Whilst putting great emphasis on raw and honest lyrical expression, Rebekka intertwines acoustic elements with intricate synths, eliciting an intimate relationship between the music and the meaning. With support from several prominent playlists, including Spotify’s own New Music Friday Norway, Rebekka Louise is a rising star in the experimental pop realm. Her latest single ‘There’s Something In The Shadows‘ was a taste of her upcoming album ‘Shame Is An Old Friend’.
