A vibrant alt-pop affirmation, ‘SEVEN’ is Lois’ passionate and heartfelt statement of independence—designed for anyone reconstructing themselves from scratch.
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Some albums come adorned with sparkles and party favors, but SEVEN arrives with the wind tousling your hair, chills on your skin, and a subtle defiance in your heart.
Lois’ voice embodies a wild freedom—like she’s sharing secrets from a dimly lit nook in a Leeds pub or boldly proclaiming her truth to the winds over the North Sea. It’s undeniably pop, yet it also serves as a reckoning. SEVEN doesn’t merely seek your attention; it demands it gently but assertively, like a friend who has finally embraced her value.
SEVEN EP – Lois
Available now via Mercury Records, SEVEN represents Lois’ second EP and her first as an independent artist. Following 2023’s Strange Men, this five-track endeavor reclaims identity and artistic power. Composed after parting ways with her label, it encapsulates the genuine struggle of adulthood, from desire and sorrow to self-assurance and rebirth. Fans of The Japanese House, Self Esteem, and HAIM are sure to be captivated.
Lois’ talent for merging alternative pop with intimate lyrics has garnered her accolades from BBC Introducing, The Line of Best Fit, Notion, and DIY Magazine. However, with SEVEN, she’s not just establishing a path—she’s accelerating down it.
Conceived over two transformative years, SEVEN is profoundly personal yet widely relatable. “It was a reclamation of my creative expression, my body, my voice,” Lois states. “On the outside, it’s shoulder pads, brooches, blazers, and a poor imitation of a Farrah Fawcett hairstyle. But on the inside? It was about reclaiming autonomy.”
This duality—strong yet gentle, nostalgic yet fresh—permeates the entire EP. The title track “SEVEN” is infused with a wistful glow, while “Phoenix” ignites with defiant rage. “It reminded me of every time I felt the need to diminish myself for a man’s comfort,” she shares. “This song speaks to the shared experiences of women, the sisterhood, the strength we possess together.”
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SEVEN contains no filler. From the striking opener “Mine” to the poignant closing chord of “April Showers”, every track feels crucial to the narrative. “Love You Better”, a sparkling ‘80s-inspired tune, presents a delicate vulnerability that contrasts beautifully with the bold confidence of “Mine.” Though Lois didn’t consciously create a narrative flow, the EP’s order captures the “light and shade” of growing up.
And then there’s “April Showers”—a conclusion that lingers well after the last chord. “It’s about the idea of ‘sliding doors’—how our lives could be drastically different with even the smallest choices,” Lois elaborates. “The line that resonates too deeply? ‘Guess sometimes it snows in April, I’m still missing you in May.’”
Hailing from Morecambe and now residing in Leeds, Lois’ Northern roots are profound. “It’s not common for people from the North to express emotions or discuss feelings too openly,” she chuckles. “I suppose songwriting has been one of the few spaces where I felt secure enough to do that.” You can sense that blend of resilience and emotion in every lyric and note.
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With inspirations including Self Esteem, Massive Attack, Little Simz, and (always) Prince, Lois fuses alt-pop with a cinematic intensity that feels suited for dance floors and late-night train journeys alike. Live performance is her lifeline—her favorite memory? Playing at Manchester Albert Hall. “Hearing 2000 people… it was completely overwhelming.”
Lois isn’t merely fantasizing; she’s proclaiming. “I’m aiming for Glastonbury 2027,” she asserts confidently. Until that moment, she’s remaining grounded, influenced by the mantra: Why not me?
And if SEVEN is any indication, the answer to that question is clear: it is her. This EP speaks to anyone who is reconstructing themselves from the ground up. For those who’ve been underestimated, silenced, or reshaped by others’ expectations. For anyone seeking music that resonates in the midst of life’s complexities—and invites them to linger.
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