Foley Are Bringing the Beat With Their New EP “Vacation”
Kiwi due Foley are giving us just what the doctor ordered with their latest EP release ”Vacation”, along with focus single “Anything Before You”. Much like a true “Vacation” this EP is all things fun, summer and spry.
Bursting with confidence, “Vacation” is a bold statement of songs. Making their mark, Foley have used this EP as an escape of sorts, the soundtrack of the places we’d rather be. Coming from fleeting moments and conversations with friends, Foley were inspired to write a series of songs collaboratively with loved ones to give off an authentically joyous sound.
“Vacation has confidence to it. As a concept it’s obviously an escape from the normal, but is also quite aspirational,” said Foley. “Everyone has an idea of their perfect holiday or getaway spot, being somewhere or being with someone who you can feel at peace with, and where you can be your best. For us, Vacation is us trying to be our best to our partners, friends, families, and a reminder to enjoy ourselves. It’s us being confident in our creativity and aspiring to be better.”
The focus track “Anything Before You” perfectly sets the tone for the whole EP - a laid back tune, with a vibrant energy. The bass guitar features as a rhythmic layer in the track, parallel to the melody of smooth vocals. Building up calmy towards a dance chorus, the track is bright and textural, versatile for listening and sure to put you in a good mood.
“Anything Before You was a chance to check ourselves and affirm what we were both feeling-that it’s OK to feel overwhelmed by your emotions and feel like your life has been reorientated with someone else. As much as there’s power in being confident by yourself, there’s definitely power in accepting someone else and it’s reassuring to embrace that new reality for no reason other than the fact it makes you feel good,” said Foley.
Ash and Gabriel formed Foley in 2017, as the passion project between two best friends, and it is this friendship which continues to lead as one of the driving factors behind their effortless and well-composed releases. In a male-dominated industry where female vocalists are heavily commodified, it is important to note the equality that the duo enforce in the creation of their music. Their songs are crafted together; 50/50, no one artist more involved than another.
The duo’s development since their early days starting out, has made them a force to be reckoned with as emerging electronic-pop artists in the industry. Spending last year refining their sound, Foley have started off the new year with a smash hit that will ensure their success throughout New Zealand and beyond.
