MEDIA
January 2025
Amplify The Noise
A conversation with … Alas de Liona –
RTE
Behind the music – Alas de Liona
The Scotsman
The Scotsman Sessions: Alas de Liona
Scottish Music Network
https://www.scottishmusicnetwork.co.uk/new-album-alt-indie-with-dashes-of-dream-pop-from-edinburghs-alas-de-liona/
Alas de Liona – Gravity of Gold – Quotes @ 23/11/24
It’s a release full of indie-pop gems that take in everything from gorgeous melancholy to tracks that get a real wiggle on as she continues her exploration of the inner workings of heart and mind. Beautiful stuff.
The Crack Magazine
Fans of Wolf Alice and Sharon Van Etten shall marvel at the way she utilizes an emotional intensity in order to deliver a truly haunting performance. You are bound to find yourselves completely enchanted by Alas de Liona’s craft.
UpToHere
Consisting of 11 originals this musical marvel is just under 40 minutes of enchanting indie pop goodness which compelled me on the very first listen.
The Music Is My Radar
With ‘Gravity of Gold’, Alas de Liona has crafted an ethereal and introspective album that explores the depths of the human experience with both vulnerability and strength. The album is a testament to her growth as an artist and her ability to create music that is both thought-provoking and sonically captivating.
Broken 8 Records
Enchanting singer-songwriter Alas de Liona is set to captivate listeners with her anticipated second album ‘Gravity Of Gold’.
The 11-track offering marks a significant milestone in Alas de Liona’s musical journey, showcasing her ethereal vocals and introspective songwriting across indie-pop and alt-rock soundscapes. As a testament to the singer-songwriter’s versatility as an artist, it offers listeners a plethora of emotional landscapes.
Scottish Music Network
For all the record’s pathos and austere beauty, Alas de Liona points out that “most of the songs are more up-tempo than my previous work”, and she intends for each “to function as both stand-alone songs and part of the album’s artistic entirety.” The result is the sound of an artist who doesn’t run from her illusions but embraces their potential for unlocking some deeper truths.
Line Of Best Fit
Alas de Liona has a lovely expressive voice that soars high, moving from ethereal pop to a more up tempo sound with ease. Her songwriting is intricate and complex, and the lyrics probably need a bit of study, as there are both deep themes and many strong emotions on display. Overall, Gravity Of Gold is an intriguing album with several high spots and leaves hints of much more to come from a talented young artist.
Werk
It reminds me of Kate Bush in her “Hounds of Love” period.
Rock The Joint
The sound of The Cocteau Twins and Mazzy Star is definitely back in style. Los Angeles by way of Edinburgh singer Alas De Liona has refined that sound, bringing a dusty Americana quality to the typical reverb laden tune.
Fatea
It’s a lazy summer Sunday, and “Violet,” the new single by Alas de Liona couldn’t be more perfect to bring the blissful feeling home. Immerse yourself in Alas de Liona’s captivating musical universe. Let her ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling guide you on a journey of self-discovery and reflection. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer to her music, one thing is certain – Alas de Liona’s artistry is not to be missed.
Temp Stub
The contrasting elements of dread and calmness highlight an overall sense of lucidity. “Violet” skilfully exemplifies the nuances of the human experience.
Girl Underground Music
Complete with exquisite musicianship, thought-provoking lyrics and stunning vocal performances, ‘Violet‘ is a single that is leading the indie-pop genre forward into 2024.
FV Music
Violet’ by Alas de Liona once again opens the curtain to the new great work of this talented artist.
Indie Dock Music
Stylistically we think it connects with the works of Feist and Clairo. The melody on Violet specifically has a classic emotional romanticism familiar to the work of Roy Orbison. It’s a glorious blend we can’t get enough of.
The Wild Is Calling Us
The electronic ambience and vocal swirls combine to create a scene that may just produce butterflies wherever it goes, the feeling of tropical isle living with all the worries in the world cast out to sea and far from shore. Beautiful stuff
Mp3 Hugger
The song’s production is soft and ethereal, capturing this lighter than air feeling. De Liona shared her goal for the song’s sound was to be like “replaying conversations on a loop before sleep.” Her lyricism is breathtaking, painting pictures like “I take the stairs / Somehow, I’m creeping through a nightmare / And you’re there.”
While de Liona’s vocals are emotional and soft, they are not small. She cleverly lets her voice play a part as both the lead and an instrument. The way it all blends and bleeds together is captivating.
Rising Artists
Scottish artist previews her new album with this warm and alluring dream-pop stunner.
Mystic Sons – New Music Discovery
Consistent in her dreamy and eloquent sound, USA-born and Scotland-based artist Alas de Liona opens her single ‘Violet’ with euphoric vocalisations. Knowing exactly how to craft evocative atmospheres, she leads an angelic atmosphere with her unique voice to propose something so commercial in the current music scene. Meanwhile, Alas de Liona remains authentic.
La Musique
“Violet” by Alas de Liona is one of the most melodious songs about anxiety-induced insomnia of recent years. The layers of gossamer vocals over and around the lead vocals are dream-like and transporting. and Alas de Liona does what looks in her own video like a nod to Kate Bush’s moves in the video for “Army Dreamers” but musically the song has a soothing and otherworldly quality that resonates strongly with the “Love Theme” from the soundtrack to The Breakfast Club.
Though de Liona’s dream pop confection of a song is about feeling overcome with nerves and worry its energy is that of finally finding that tranquil place in the mind where sleep and rest are possible and the end of the song feels like relief is already gently here.
Queen City Sounds & Arts
Her voice is both soothing and powerful, weaving through the lush soundscape with an emotional depth that resonates deeply. The song captures a sense of longing and beauty, drawing listeners in with its atmospheric quality.
Rotate
Dear lover of awesome tracks, Hurry up and hit play on “Vine Song” by Alas de Liona, turn it up, and let’s enjoy this flawless song together. This track feels like it lifts you off the ground and takes you to another galaxy. It’s just the perfect track for your cozy evening.
So cool, stylish, and catchy, it makes you want to sway along and sing every word. It’s incredibly soft, light, and so magical that you’ll want to listen to it over and over again. The flawless performance is so captivating, you’ll just keep wanting more, more, and more! Just play it, and you’ll feel it. Oh yes!
Soundville
One of the most moving singles to emerge this side of 2024, Alas de Liona blends the warmth of simple trip hop production with the sheer soulful depth of a voice that’s both intimate and desperately searching for something.
Vine Song is simple melodically, building up through a colourful pop soundscape that’s increasingly uplifting, but in both lyric and performance the song cleverly captivates and effectively creates a lane of its own.
Stereo Stickman
“Vine Song” is a musical piece that takes the listener on a journey into the wild, serving as a reminder of the delicate balance between beauty and strength in nature and within ourselves. With this release, Alas de Liona establishes herself as an artist who can deeply move listeners with her quiet yet powerful style.
New Fire Magazine
With its pulsing, synthetic groove and beguiling charm, ‘Vine Song’ gently raises the bar in the ever-evolving story of indie-pop. And glimpses of the streets of Stockbridge in Edinburgh in the accompanying video point to the fact that Alas de Liona has relocated from where she was raised in the Mojave Desert’s Ridgecrest area to the Scottish capital.
God Is In the TV
She is known for her deep and thoughtful lyrics, and her voice is calming and haunting.
Alas sings with honesty and vulnerability, making “Vine Song” reflect her unique talent for combining raw emotion with dreamy music.
Honk Magazine
Alas de Liona a star on the rise! Magnetic at her essence. Stylistically it’s an indie-pop triumph.
Indie Under rated
Gravity of Gold is certainly worth its weight in… you know… an enchanting, irresistible sense of dreamy, incandescent wonder.
Atwood Magazine
Well-crafted alt-pop.
The Arts desk
Alas de Liona continues to captivate listeners with her magical stories in “For Forever.” This single highlights her talent as one of the most exciting newcomers in indie pop music. Keep an eye on this rising star, as she’s just beginning to share her journey with the world.
Kindline Magazine
The word ethereal is overused when it comes to female singer-songwriters, but it fits perfectly. There’s something almost diaphanous in her voice at times, and she uses that graceful fragility to great effect.
Gravity of Gold is a near perfect album for anyone who loves indie pop music.
In a frankly quite packed field, this is a release that drives Alas de Liona to the head of the pack and shows her to be an artist full of talent and at the top of her game.
Fatea
Alas de Liona continues to make waves in the indie-pop scene, celebrated for her evocative lyricism and ability to craft an immersive musical experience. With “For Forever,” she seamlessly merges her love of storytelling with her passion for Halloween, delivering a track that resonates long after it ends.
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