Wuzy Bambussy's first single, "Little Lion," from their upcoming debut LP, "The Ghost & The Rhythm", makes a strong first impression. Singer Kat Harrison and Nikolai Jones, a producer and multi-instrumentalist, have been working on a sound inspired by the West Country of England, where rolling hills meet a wide range of art. With this new release, they turn their creative magic into something that is quietly interesting.
"Little Lion" doesn't roar, it walks around. The song has a slow tempo and a rhythm section that sounds like an engine humming in the dark and jazz horns playing at night. The music is vivacious and makes the listener feel like they are moving around. Jones's music combines sounds similar to the groundbreaking synth sounds of Eurythmics, Gary Numan, and The Human League, but does so in a very modern way. The result is a sound that is both new and familiar, modern and still warm and human.
Harrison's voice gives the song its emotional depth. "Little Lion" has an emotional heart because her singing is both strong and soft. The instruments come and quietly go around her. Wuzy Bambussy's rotating group of musical partners is integral to the song, giving it a sense of reality and vitality.
"Little Lion" is a great song to start "The Ghost & The Rhythm". It sets the tone for an album that explores how different musical styles, such as funk, folk, indie rock, and electronica, can work together. Wuzy Bambussy has released their first single, which not only showcases their music but also offers a glimpse into their lives. If this song is any indication, it deserves more attention.