Artist of the Week is Lilla Shy
Our Artist of the Week is Lilla Shy.
Lilla Shy’s latest single, ‘Ugly‘, is a heartfelt piano ballad that serves as an apology to herself. Co-produced by Mercury Prize-nominated Ed Harcourt, renowned for his work with Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Lana Del Rey, the track intertwines sweet vocals with raw lyrics, culminating in a powerful message of hope and self-love.
‘Ugly’ challenges the notion that beauty is skin-deep, proposing instead that true beauty lies in courage, kindness, pride, perseverance, and strength. It’s a message that resonates deeply in an era obsessed with superficial perfection.
Listen to ‘Ugly’ here:
Over the past year, Lilla Shy has garnered significant radio support from John Kennedy at Radio X and Dean Jackson at BBC Introducing. Her music has also been featured on Spotify editorial playlists like Borderless, Fresh Finds, and New Music Friday. She recently performed at The London Palladium, supporting Matteo Bocelli and graced the stage at the Secret Garden Party festival.
As she prepares to release her debut album, ‘Layers’, on September 20, 2024, Lilla invites listeners into a collection of stories that reveal her own human and musical facets. This album showcases a spectrum of emotions and genres, from the insecure, naive girl to the strong, proud woman, blending drum’n’bass with country-esque acoustic guitars.
Follow Lilla Shy’s journey here