Vinyl - Gala Maria - Blue by U

Gala Maria Paints Gorgeous Melodies with Psychedelic Bossa Nova in EP ‘Blue By U’

Gala Maria, the talented Honduran artist, has spent the last few years crafting a musical journey that mirrors the vivid imagery of her paintings. After hinting at the full scale of this project through singles like ‘Tangerine Dream Vision’ and ‘Dreaming’, Gala has now shared the complete collection, revealing an enchanting new EP that is intertwined perfectly with her art.

Titled ‘Blue by U’, her new EP is built from six enchanting tracks, each adding to an overall narrative of longing for transcendent love interwoven with the magical essence of union. With surrealistic lyrics blending elements of nature and dreamlike themes, Gala creates a tapestry of sound that captivates listeners.

Inspired by experiences of soul-searching, moving away, and discovering love, her music resonates with optimism and romance, reminiscent of classics like Roy Orbison's Blue Bayou’, where the EP takes its name, and Dolly Parton’s ‘Wildflowers’. From the first notes of the opening song ‘Marvelous’, a song that was initially composed and written during a shroom trip, Gala immerses the listening in a mixture of sound and colour, blending her psychedelic journey into a mesmerising composition featuring marching drums, mellotrons, and evocative guitar melodies.

Elsewhere on the EP, ‘Sleep in the Garden’ emerges as a psychedelic-tinged lullaby, offering solace to yearning souls, while ‘Blueberry Wine’ celebrates the timeless and quirky facets of unexpected love. Notably, ‘Blueberry Wine’ marks Gala's debut as a solo producer, highlighting her creative prowess beyond the realm of music.

Caught between these tracks, familiar favourites of ‘Tangerine Dream Vision’ and ‘Dreaming’ appear, with a captivating blend of traditional South American sounds and psychedelic bossa nova rhythms. The EP showcases Gala's versatility as both an artist and producer. Collaborating with producers such as Big Tom (Thomas Frost) and El Tata (Gabriel Ibarra), Gala explores a spectrum of sounds, culminating in a musical landscape that is uniquely hers.

As with previous releases, the EP's cover art, crafted by Slick Satan, further enhances the immersive experience, inviting listeners into Gala's vibrant world of sound and colour. With each release, Gala Maria reaffirms her position as a visionary artist, painting melodies that transcend boundaries and ignite the imagination. As her musical journey unfolds, one thing remains certain – Gala Maria's artistry knows no bounds, leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of contemporary music.