After amassing an impressive following performing covers and some snippets of original songs on Instagram, Naarm/Melbourne singer-songwriter Amalia is ready to unleash her music on the world. Her first single “Electric Rush” is honestly one of the strongest debuts I’ve ever heard. I’m an instant fan.
“The song is a reflection of the emotional breakthrough one experiences at pivotal moments of their life – ironic as this is my debut single,” Amalia explained. “Whether it be love, heartbreak or freedom, we all have experienced that ‘rush’ as we embark on testing the waters, stretching the rules and taking a chance.”
If you’re into this song as much as I am, the good news is there’s a lot more to come. Amalia’s apparently created almost two albums worth of music with Julian Schweitzer of Red Door Sounds. Her single launch shows at Nighthawks on June 1 and 2 quickly sold out, so hopefully she’ll announce more shows all around the country soon so we can hear more of those soon-to-be released tracks.
Photo credit: Nick Manuell