Entering the British music industry with immersive flair and hazy textures, London-based songstress Freya Magee appears fully committed to her cathartic, hypnotising songwriting and dreamy instrumental tones. ‘Duplicity’ is the perfect evidence of that and a great point of contact for anyone keen to get lost in Magee’s heightened introspection. Oscillating between dreamy indie pop and heartwarming alt-folk, the single feels incredibly polished and elegant, with Freya’s soul-stirring, weightless vocals sparking a bittersweet listening experience.
The contrast between the expansive, airy production and Magee’s personal lyricism mirrors the record’s overall balance between escapism and intimacy, a feature that makes ‘Duplicity’ incredibly rewarding and poignant. We are very impressed by it, and not just because of its velvety, delicate aura. More than that, the single touches upon the restless search for authenticity, in what becomes a strikingly vulnerable piece, one that we suspect is well relatable too.
Delving deeper into the record, Freya Magee explains: “It’s about the ache of wanting to live every version of your life at once. ‘Duplicity’ is what plays when you’re driving away from something, then slowly realising you’re also driving toward something.” The record was produced by Phil Taylor at Laurel Sound Studios.
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