Girl Ultra - Blush [Transparent 140g vinyl]

Big Dada

£21.60

Format: 12" Vinyl, Coloured
Catalogue No.: BD315
Barcode: 5054429194289
Release Date: 20 Sep 2024
Genre: Indie/Alternative

Mexican born artist Girl Ultra (Mariana de Miguel) has swiftly become one of the leading voices in Latin R&B. Known for her innovative production, relatable lyrics and contemporary beats, Girl Ultra has captured the hearts of audiences both in her native Mexico and internationally.

With one album and three EPs under her belt, GU returns with her new EP ‘blush’ which embodies a whole new palette of sounds that blend dry, clean vocals, bare acoustic guitars, and driving drums with a clubby approach. Recorded and mixed in the vibrant backdrop of Mexico City with an intimate team of close friends, the highly anticipated 7 tracker is a deeply emotive narrative that speaks to the tumultuous intersection of attraction, desire, and melancholy—themes that resonate profoundly with today's youth.

Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of musical and cultural influences, her EP is a nod to St. Etienne, early Björk, Frou Frou, Royksopp’s ‘Melody AM’, Erlend Oye’s DJ Kicks, and Dean Blunt’s gritty sound processing, along with the lyrical stylings of celebrated Mexican artists Ely Guerra and Julieta Venegas.

● Upcoming tour with Chromeo and The Midnight this autumn and forthcoming UK/EU headline dates.
● Previously supported Alicia Keys, The Marias, Clubz, Jesse Baez and more on tour.
● Live sessions include an intimate performance on Tiny Desk as part of NPR Music’s celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, KEXP, COLORS & COLORS Encore, The Lot Radio, GRAMMY’s Press Play At Home, Vans Sidestripe Sessions, Primavera Sound Sessions and Bands of Enchantment.
● Past collaborators: Cuco, Little Jesus, Ximena Sariñana, Jesse Baez, and more.

Recommended if you like...Kali Uchis, Charli XCX, Rosalia, Deb Never, Manuka Honey

Format:
● Transparent 140g vinyl housed in a matte sleeve featuring a unique cover of Girl Ultra
only available on physical formats. Download code included.

Press & Promo:
"Girl Ultra gives us a throwback moment with turn-of-the-millennium flavor, a style that effortlessly fits her soft croon and emotionally charged melodies." - Remezcla
"The sky is the limit for Mexico’s talented queen of melancholy." - Tigre
"Girl Ultra knows how to carve out her own corner." - Grimy Goods
● Recent press support from Marie Claire for their “All for One and One for All” special (print), Rolling Stone, CLASH, NPR, Grimy Goods, Northern Transmissions, Remezcla, Tigre Sounds and more.
● Previous press pick up includes Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Office Mag, Harper’s Bazaar, Galore, NPR, Paper Mag, Trippin, Hypebae, Marie Claire, GQ, and more.
● UK radio support includes plays from 6 Music’s Mary Anne Hobbs, Don Letts and Steve Lamacq, Resonance FM’s Kitchen Magic Time and Soho Radio’s Naked Lunch with Simone.

Side A
1. blu
2. blush
3. 5to elemento
4. bruce willisss
Side B
1. lalala
2. rimel
3. guapa