“I sometimes wish I’d stayed inside my mother,
never to come out”.
If that lyric doesn’t kick you between the teeth then
nothing will. Daughter are responsible
for some truly captivating lyrics – the simplicity of lines like “I want him
but we’re not right” are pure heartbreak; “I’m sorry if I smothered you” the
final, apologetic nail in the relationship coffin.
Sung by Elena Tonra, the words echo delicately amongst moody,
reverbed guitars, ghostly vocal harmonies and distant percussion that swell and
crescendo like a sonic tornado. Daughter
undoubtedly have a signature sound, though after two EPs and (now) another
single, it is a little repetitive. Yet
with such poignant lyrics, the overall effect is spine-tingling and haunting
nonetheless. Let’s hope they hurry up
and release a full LP soon. In the
meantime, check out the band in concert if you get the chance.
4/5
Listen: Smother is released on October 1st.
Watch: For upcoming tour dates, visit the band's Facebook page.
