Siobhan Cotchin Embraces Her Inner Rock Chick With “How Does It Feel?”

It feels like Siobhan Cotchin really arrived this year. I couldn’t stop listening to her solo singles “Fill My Cup” and “Growing Pains” and I loved her work on Kav Temperley’s album, Machines of Love & Grace. She also wowed at BIGSOUND and earned a stack of nominations at the WAM Awards. So I’m thrilled that she’s delivering one more single this year, the gorgeous new cut “How Does It Feel?” It’s got more of a rock edge than her previous releases. I really hope she leans more into that genre, because her voice is perfect for it.

“I had the lyrics for a while and wrote the melody and chords after watching a Baby Animals documentary. I was so inspired by Suzie DeMarchi and her powerful vocals and just pure rock n roll energy, so I wanted to recreate it in my own way,” Siobhan explained.

“‘How Does It Feel’ is about being with someone that doesn’t give you exactly what you deserve. Instead of returning the love you give them, they just take it and take you for granted. The message I want listeners to take away from this song is to never change for someone else and know your worth.”

Siobhan is currently on tour to support the single’s release. Catch her at one of the remaining shows:

16 December 2022 – Mojos Bar, Walyalup/Fremantle
30 December 2022 – Settlers Tavern, Wooditchup/Margaret River (FREE)
1 January 2022 – Clancy’s, Quedjinup/Dunsborough

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Reuben De Melo Delivers Heartfelt Romance With “How Does It Feel”

Perth-based singer-songwriter Reuben De Melo has properly charmed me with his dreamy new single “How Does It Feel.” It’s a romantic ditty with soulful vocals, honest lyrics, and a healthy dose of ukulele for good measure.

Unlike so many love songs, it sounds like it comes from such true place. And it’s little wonder, when Reuben writing the song about his then-girlfriend, who has since become his wife and the mother of his new baby boy. Awwww!

According to his Facebook page, Reuben’s next gigs will be in March, so it won’t be too long before he’s back in front of audiences doing what he does best!

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