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Newcomer Melbourne-based artist Yasmin de Laine reveals her new single "Laura Elsa", taken from her upcoming debut EP, EACH HEART DEVOURS THE OTHER, out May 2023.
"Laura Elsa" is a gothic folk tune written by Yasmin de Laine, featuring soulful vocals and banjo accompanied by the rich, emotive sound of Anita Quayle on cello and Shane Rielly on pedal steel. The song tells the tale of a young woman caught up in a moment of intense emotion and fury, inspired by a true story shared with Yasmin by her grandmother.
With its evocative lyrics and haunting melodies, "Laura Elsa" invites listeners to explore the darker corners of the human experience, where anger, grief, and a thirst for justice collide. Drawing on the tradition of old-time murder ballads, the song also explores themes of female rage and retribution, as well as the enduring power of small-town whispers and stories that have been forgotten by time. "Laura Elsa" is a haunting and powerful ballad that will leave a lasting impression on all who hear it.
The track was recorded, mixed, and produced by AJ Bradford at Tender Trap Studios and masterfully finished by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Recordings, making it a standout addition to any playlist.
Speaking on the track, Yasmin says, “Laura Elsa is inspired by a true story my grandmother told me about an event during her childhood in small-town rural Australia. This song intersects my love for old-time murder ballads, my desire for more stories about female rage and retribution, and my fascination for small-town whispers and stories that time has forgotten.”
Born and raised in South Australia, Yasmin is known for her eerie mix of swamp blues and gothic alt-rock, which she performs both as the frontwoman of the post-hardcore band Lua and in her solo work.
The upcoming EP is an emotional journey that delves into the themes of familial bonds and the nature of our creator at the end of the world.
It features the haunting gothic folk tune "Laura Elsa," written and performed by Yasmin and featuring soulful vocals and banjo, as well as the emotive sounds of cello by Anita Quayle and pedal steel by Shane Rielly. The track tells the story of a young woman caught up in a moment of intense emotion and fury, inspired by a true story shared with Yasmin by her grandmother.
Keep an eye out for more from Yasmin de Laine, a promising new talent in the world of gothic folk.