Silja Rós – "Lie Just To Lie" 

 6 out of 5

This song isn't out yet. So under normal circumstances, I wouldn't write about it yet BUT in the case of this track, I thought I should make an exception. It's fantastic from start to finish and one of those songs where the old meets the new in the most compelling way imaginable. 

There's a bit of retro soul, a touch of sixties pop influence (in the vein of Dusty Springfield) and also influences from more modern artists like Duffy and Adele. But the point that I am trying to make here is that with its orchestration, guitars, drums and absolutely brilliant vocals "Lie Just To Lie" is a gem. Also, listen to the timber in Silja's voice. If her performance doesn't give you chills, check your pulse.

You'll find the song here when it comes out on October 21: Silja Rós

News post/review by Tom Tikka for MBTM