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Elvis Depressedly Drops Sad Songs for Utopian Indie-Pop
12 Aug
Summary
- Seventh Elvis Depressedly release embraces utopian indie-pop.
- Artist Mat Cothran shifts from downcast themes to radical positivity.
- New album features improved production and experimental vocal effects.
Mat Cothran's seventh release as Elvis Depressedly, titled 'New Alhambra,' heralds a notable departure from his established sound. The album embraces a utopian indie-pop style, infused with themes of rebirth, professional wrestling, and radical positivity, a stark contrast to his previous work.
Previously known for downcast and lo-fi recordings under both Elvis Depressedly and Coma Cinema, Cothran has now prioritized a more traditionally produced sound. This enhanced production, with contributions from Delaney Mills, allows for greater depth in instrumentation and vocals, featuring shimmering guitars and nuanced keyboard parts.
The new record showcases Cothran's exploration of optimistic themes, with lyrics expressing love for others and belief in a better future. This shift is characterized by aqueous guitars and steady rhythms, creating a sound that reflects hesitant hopefulness rather than overt joy.
'New Alhambra' represents a triumph for Cothran, allowing listeners to finally share in his embrace of optimism, moving beyond past melancholic tones to a place where shared emotion is met with uplift and even laughter.
