A few months ago, we introduced you to new local singer MELD, and her infectious single “Easy on the Game.” Spearheaded by local songwriter Melanie Dewey, who teamed up with Matt Harris of Nashville livetronica band Zoogma to bring her debut EP H.U.R.T. to life, the album dabbles in pop, R&B, and alt-soul in a way that combines the rising neo-soul and alt pop of today’s music with the timeless sensibilities of the great musicians of the past. The album’s title, which is an acronym for “Healing Under Rising Truth” is also relevant in today’s political climate, and sees the young songwriter exploring her feelings of love for all, including self love.
Click below to stream the EP for yourself, and head out to The Basement tonight, Jan. 30 for her official release party with Whoa Dakota, Katie Pruitt, and Vinyl Sunday.
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