Now based in London, the New Zealand band Ciinema are ready to show off their artistic growth and versatility in their new self-titled EP. With an effortlessly blend breezy guitar lines with infectious grooves, the record features six tracks that with the single ‘Planet Eyes‘ as the gateway, then ‘Cruel Inventions’ as a summer-time feel, and ‘The Designers’ introduces an electronic tinge that seamlessly merges with their alternative pop sound.
The EP delves into the complexities of love, sex, and friendship, capturing the ambiguous power plays of human relationships. Each song serves as an ode to the sublime jeopardy that comes with navigating the complexities of grown-up love. Simultaneously, the lyrics touch on the tension between artistic pursuits and the daily grind of working in medical imaging.
Speaking about the EP, the band share: “The genesis of this EP stretches back to rosier pre-pandemic times when a headspace filled with the possibilities of new and old romances felt bigger than the place the world ended up for a significant period of our youth. This EP tells the story of ambiguous power plays of love, sex, and friendship (Planet Eyes, The Designers, Light Me Up, Cruel Inventions). The songs are a kind of ode to the sublime jeopardy that comes with navigating one’s self into a more grown up kind of love. But ultimately, the lyrics relate to appreciating and enjoying the turmoil and dramatics of this process because you only get to experience it once.
Sonically, Ciinema‘s dreamy mix of reverb-fueled guitars, jubilant synthesisers, and rhythmic electronic drums, layered with eclectic percussion, creates a comforting and immersive atmosphere. The EP envelops the listener in a sonic embrace, offering a dreamy reprieve from the heaviness of recent times.
Through poetic songwriting, dreamy synths, and soulful grooves, Ciinema leaves a lasting impression, offering a reminder that amidst life’s challenges, it’s okay to dive headfirst into the nostalgia of youth, imagination, and desire.
You can listen to ‘Cruel Inventions’ in our Outsiders Club playlist.
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