I’m in awe of Zee Machine and the journey towards the release of their sophomore EP. From the infectious tracks “The Radio,” “Good Boy,” “Anyone But Him” featuring Bentley Robles, to the final lead-in track “Worse.” All of which provided a taste of the excellent pop mastery to come. With the EP “Can I Be Honest?” now released, I can confidently say that the entire body of work that explores the stages of love and loss after break-up, is nothing short of incredible. Furthermore, I feel certain I have said this before. It feels like Zee Machine’s time has well and truly arrived.
I remember the moment when I first listened to the track “The Radio.” It was an unforgettable experience that left a lasting impression on me. Every aspect of the song struck a chord with me, from the profound emotional depth to the thought-provoking lyrical content and the captivating melody. It is like a masterpiece of pop music, perfectly crafted in every way. Furthermore, being fortunate to hear this one live when the Bentley Robles and Zee Machine co-headlined Tears and Gearz tour came to London in May genuinely impressed upon me Zee Machine’s vocal capabilities in a new light. I was and still am in a complete state of ecstasy and awe.
Furthermore, little did I dare to imagine Zee Machine might similarly render me awestruck again, so soon. I was wrong, however. The three new tracks, “I’m In Love (With Everyone),” “Heartbreakery,” and “Killshot,” are absolute pop dynamite. Through the songs on the EP, Zee shares their deeply vulnerable thoughts, offering a powerful, often witty reflection on the complexities of relationships.
“I wanted the most elevated, exhilarating take on a break up record I could make. It’s steamy, petty, sad, furious, messy, and joyful. I sang my ass off, wrote my heart out, and played like my life depended on it. No matter who you are, you’ll relate to something. I’ve never felt so sure about anything I’ve created.” Zee Machine exclaims!
Throughout the entire journey, Zee displays a complete range of musical abilities, creating unforgettable tunes and delivering powerful vocals. What sets Zee Machine apart is their confident, unique take on pop—culminating in an EP that’s undeniably bold, self-assured, and most importantly, absolutely worth a listen.
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