The video premiered with Clash who described the song, “A jewel of a single” praising it’s “refined, finessed electronic pop”, which comes in addition to the great further press support the track has received from the likes of Notion, Wonderland and many more.
‘Near Miss’ is a huge electro-pop track with bouncy synths, soaring keys and a propulsive beat. They all join the lush and ethereal vocals of Liz which pair with intoxicating harmonies to create the truly inescapable chorus.
The video projects a mirrored performance from Liz, where gravity is reversed, reflecting conflicting feelings and embracing change. It has been directed by Conrad Gamble and shot around Liz’s favourite East London haunts.
Regarding the single Liz says, “‘Near Miss’ is about not wanting to give up on someone when they can't figure out what they really want. When you’re not ready to let go but have that need to be able to look back and say you gave it everything you had.
“The song shows a different side to me and comes from a less melancholic place. I was in a better headspace when I wrote ‘Near Miss’ and wanted to reflect that with some really uplifting pop. There’s no more wallowing from me… At least for a while!”
‘Near Miss’ follows the release of singles ‘Shaken’ and ‘Human’, both taken from the forthcoming album and which capture a pivotal moment of healing for Liz. Through their warm synth-pop they present an intimate insight into overcoming depression, anxiety and resilience to ADHD.
Playing like a cross between Caroline Polachek and Lana Del Rey, The Words ranges from tracks with rich atmospheric electronics such as the highly emotive ‘Side By Side’ or the sultry ‘Blue’, to huge pop hits including the progressive electro-pop of ‘Something Real’ or the funky ‘Confessional’, produced and mixed by the legendary David Wrench (Arlo Parks, Let’s Eat Grandma, Frank Ocean).
The contrasting shades of The Words reflect a monumental journey. Coming from the darkest depths and stepping into the light, fully embracing the ebbs and flows of life, the album showcases the strength gained from overcoming challenging times and pouring this into honest, heartfelt songs. As Liz Cass declares in the album’s opening line, “This is my confessional…”
THE WORDS TRACK LISITING
- Confessional
- Near Miss
- Shaken
- Something Real
- Human
- The Words
- Side By Side
- Blue
- Dust
- Wired
- Ivy Walls
- Her Song
“Gently easing us into an alt-pop soundscape filled with minimalist production and building synths, the artist puts her soothing vocals on full display while addressing mental health through emotive lyricism”
Wonderland
“Liz Cass is an artist not afraid to wear her heart on her musical sleeve… Making alternative pop with a relatable edge”
Notion
“Refined, finessed electronic pop”
Clash
