Her debut EP just came out, and she hasn’t played more than a handful of live shows yet. Nevertheless, I have a hunch that the emerging alt-pop artist Chloe Qisha is a hot one to watch in 2025. Moreover, I said as much in the Emerging Artists feature I ran on the blog in October, which similarly marked the release of the bold, captivating track “Sexy Goodbye.” With the debut EP now out, I wanted to do a follow-up post on Chloe. Moreover, the uber-cool artistry and distinctive lyrical flair particularly excites me.
In the realm of debut EPs, which typically serve as a powerful introduction to an artist’s unique strengths, Chloe Qisha’s self-titled release stands out as fitting this mould. This five-track compilation highlights Chloe’s impressive musical versatility, weaving together captivating spoken-word elements with dreamy, stylized vocals. The collection embodies a distinct indie alt-pop vibe, sprinkled with an endearing playfulness and infused with a spirited pop-punk attitude poking through, making it a compelling listen that captures her artistic essence and potential.
In addition to the three focus singles “I Lied, I’m Sorry,” “VCR Home Video” and “Sexy Goodbye” already released two new tracks “Evelyn” and “Scary Movie” also appear on the EP. The latter of the two “Scary Movie” upon the EP release takes on the latest focus track mantle. This is a track where it is wholly evident through the lyrical narrative that Chloe has a background in psychology and communications. She articulates feelings of fear and anxiety in an intelligent, contemplative manner. Adding notable weight to her singer-songwriter prowess. Moreover, this EP lays down the foundation for the ‘Chloe Qisha world’
A DIY-style movie clip is released alongside the track. Subtitled the (Official “Story So Far” Video), the clip comprises snippets of pivotal moments throughout the year building to the release of the debut body-of-work.
Undeniably Chloe Qisha is poised to be the next sensation in alt-pop music. She masterfully combines sleek, indie-inspired production techniques with sharp, thought-provoking social commentary and deeply personal narratives. Her songs not only showcase her artistic versatility but also resonate with listeners who seek authenticity and depth in music.
Chloe has two show dates locked in for 2025 – ticket information below
4th March – Deaf Institute – Manchester
6th March – Omeara – London
Connect with Chloe Qisha
X: https://x.com/chloeqisha
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloeqisha/