Originally hailing from England and now in Germany, Martha Rose brings us her latest track “Heart Still Beats 4 U.” It begins with a speaking intro (“sometimes nothing is sweeter than what remains unsaid”) that breaks into a synth forward track that feels like a tip of the cap to 80’s style Madonna or Paula Abdul with plenty of modern day Clairo and Japanese Breakfast influence. The drum machine feels like a nice touch too – nothing against drummers, but this just calls for the drum machine.
Rose’s voice, both spoken and sung, floats ethereally throughout “Beats 4 U” while nailing high notes like a pro. In case you thought she wasn’t serious about the 80’s aesthetic I invite you to watch the music video below (I’ll wait).
Be sure to check out “Heart Still Beats 4 U” from your streamer of choice (Apple Music, Spotify), if you ignored my advice and didn’t watch the music video yet. Her album Close to Close will be out May 31st.