NYC-based experimental singer-songwriter Marla Mase just released a new EP, inspired by Junot Diaz’ quote “the half life of love is forever”. Her songs are a fusion of rock-n-roll, spoken word, funk, punk, and Global Soul and are definitely a must-hear for all the fans of alternative music, female vocals, soul and jazz. “I wanted to go back to the personal. They say you can find the universal in the personal.” says Marla of the new release.
The self-titled “Half-Life” includes sexy saxophone and Marla’s signature vocals .Among my personal favorite in this really diverse and interesting record is “The Heart Beats”, featuring iconic bass player Bill Laswell, who have played with musicians such as Iggy Pop and Herbie Hancock. “Gaping hole” is playful and a little raunchy – no surprise that Marla also writes erotica.
The very funky “Bitch in Heat” in collaboration with Charlie Funk stands out with electric guitar, while the next and last track of the album “Hold Fast Your Dreams” slows down the rhythm in an almost lullaby atmosphere.
Stream the whole album here:
Don’t forget to also visit Marla’s official website, her Facebook and Twitter pages. Marla is signed on True Groove Records.
