Expansive and positively euphoric, ‘Holy Water’ marks the return of talented songstress Marie Chain, here reiterating her intoxicating brand of global soul and bold storytelling – a joy to listen to. A permanent fixture of the Berlin music landscape, Chain enjoys quite a three-dimensional career, excelling as a writer, singer and musician, alongside DJing, producing and organising events. Driving an artistic ethos that’s soothing and rather spiritual, Marie can be seen as a force for good, using her lyricism to empower and uplift keen listeners.
‘Holy Water’ is the perfect evidence of that. Catchy, vibrant and dance-inducing, the track draws from soul, afrobeat and pop with pure creative genius, resulting in a unique blend of influences with an eclectic flair. The only constant is Chain’s elegant, luscious vocals, indulging in gospel-like melodies and a malleable, commanding tone. Overall, ‘Holy Water’ is a surprisingly strong offering, a record that showcases all the musical talent Marie has to offer.
Delving deeper into the inspiration behind the single, Chain explains: “I often write my songs while travelling. The music and lyrics simply flow through me—usually within a few minutes. I see myself more as a channel than as a creator of music. ‘Holy Water’ was written during a hike in the German Alps at a river, recorded in Angola and produced and finalised in Berlin.”
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