EP Review

Nieve Ella – Watch It Ache And Bleed: EP Review

Nieve Ella showcases her talent in her third EP, Watch It Ache And Bleed, following the release of her previous EPs.

Release Date: 17th October 2024

Label: AWAL

Format: CD / Vinyl / Digital



WATCH IT ACHE & BLEED

Indie-artist Nieve Ella has released her new electrifying EP titled โ€˜Watch It Ache And Bleedโ€™, which is a must-listen for fans of the likes of Inhaler, Dylan and Alessi Rose, with similar personal storytelling features, along with strong instrumentals paired with prominent vocals.

The 21-year-old singer/songwriter introduces us to the EP with the fragile โ€˜Anythingโ€™. This track serves as a striking opener to the EP, delving into Nieveโ€™s vulnerability right from the start. The instrumentals complement the vocals seamlessly, creating an emotional depth. 

โ€˜I would die right here for you
If you gave your everything
If it’s all you need from me
I would give you anythingโ€™



SUGARCOATED

The narrative continues in the single released back in June – Sugarcoated. It deepens the exploration of vulnerability and Nieve’s imposter syndrome, while seamlessly contrasting these themes with a rocky, upbeat tune.

I wish I could go back to when I hid under the table
Misunderstood, feeling so lost in a world full of people
I’m sugarcoatedโ€

Ganni Top (She Gets What She Needs) was a highlight of summer- before it was even released. Nieve has been teasing this song since May and finally released the fan-favourite in September. The song perfectly encapsulates female rage and it is great screaming it live. 

To bring the album to a fitting conclusion, Nieve ends the EP with “Meet You In The Middle.” The track features a stunning outro, featuring Finn Marlowโ€™s intricate guitar playing which perfectly caps off this beautiful collection of music.

You and I
A thousand times
Even in another lifetime
This was always meant to be

Nieve will be touring the UK during March 2025 to promote the album on tour as well as having recently supported the likes of Girl in Red, Inhaler and The Courteeners on their tours. You can view her tour dates here.


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