Sydney-born teen Evie Irie might not be on your radar yet, but I’m predicting that will change in the coming months. The 17-year-old is based in the United States and managed by Troy Carter, who’s worked with Lady Gaga, Megan Trainor, and Eve. She’s been hyped by the likes of Refinery29 and Atwood Magazine and her latest single “Worst Enemy” is produced by Greg Kurstin, who’s put the magic touch on the music of Adele and Sia.
She’s surrounding herself with the right people, but this song shows she can also deliver the goods. Evie has such an original voice and a cool vibe that reminds me of artists like Lorde and Dua Lipa.
“Worst Enemy” is about our inner demon,” Evie explained. ”It’s about admitting to the times we sabotage ourselves, and the brutal things we put ourselves through. It’s about feeling like sometimes you are so lost, that you actually think you’re found. It’s a really hard reality when I realize I’m in that place – overwhelmed with the struggle of all of my inner demons. That’s the core of “Worst Enemy”. The self-sabotage, the constant drive to be better, and to be good enough. It’s an endless and inevitable cycle, that I think we all experience at a point in our lives, in one way or another.”
“’Worst Enemy’ is the follow-up to Evie’s 2019 debut EP 5 Weeks in L.A. It shows a growing maturity and a whole lot of potential from this talented teen.
The world has felt very heavy at the moment. The murder of George Floyd in the United States and ensuing protests has put racial inequality and injustice firmly back into the world’s spotlight. We’re still battling the global COVID-19 pandemic. All of these things are so important and it’s vital to lend our voices to them. But I think it’s also important to take a couple of moments to enjoy art that just feels good.
wears his heart on his sleeve with the release of his latest EP Melancholy. As its name suggest, it’s a sombre affair. However, its honesty and emotional depth make it a compelling listen.
