Danish musician ML Buch has surprised fans with a modern, untitled track and accompanying music video, spontaneously completing a song initially started in 2016. The video, described as “serotonin-providing,” features a person – potentially Buch herself – joyfully skipping down a road while carrying a baby, punctuated by a brief, cheerful appearance from a dog. This release marks Buch’s first new music shared since the Suntub Extras collection last year.
The new song arrives as a welcome offering for listeners captivated by Buch’s distinctive sound. Her critically acclaimed 2023 album, Suntub, garnered praise for its blend of art rock, soft rock and avant-pop elements. The album saw Buch self-producing and playing all instruments, aside from drum recordings, a process she dedicated five years to perfecting.
The video’s lighthearted imagery contrasts with the more abstract themes explored in Suntub, as noted by Pitchfork’s Philip Sherburne, who observed the album’s focus on “more abstract and corporeal themes” compared to her debut, Skinned (2020). Sherburne highlighted the shift from overtly electronic elements to “sparkling guitars, frictionless rock drumming, and vocal melodies rendered with airbrushed clarity.”
Buch’s creative process for Suntub was notably unconventional. She spent three years living in the countryside by the ocean, prioritizing solitude to fully develop her musical vision. Beyond traditional recording spaces, Buch recorded vocals in her car and re-amped her guitar through her car stereo, even utilizing a swimming pool, sauna, and changing room in Kalundborg for unique sonic textures.
Suntub, released on October 27, 2023, through 15 Love, was lauded by critics and appeared on several “best albums of 2023” lists. The album’s success followed her debut, Skinned, released in 2020. Fans can find Suntub available for streaming and download on Bandcamp, with options including a digital album and a repress of the double vinyl record.
The new music video offers a glimpse into Buch’s continued experimentation and willingness to embrace unexpected creative avenues. The song, while currently untitled, provides a refreshing and optimistic interlude between larger projects.
Buch’s dedication to self-production and unique recording techniques continues to define her artistic approach. Her willingness to explore unconventional spaces and embrace spontaneity is evident in both Suntub and this latest release.
As Buch continues to share her music, fans can anticipate further exploration of her distinctive sound and innovative production methods. The release of this new track suggests a continued flow of creativity and a willingness to surprise audiences with unexpected musical offerings.
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