Anna Elyse’s new single “Slot Machines” takes us on a soul-stirring voyage of self-discovery and the heart-breaking realisation that sometimes we must let go of what no longer serves us. Anna Elyse, brimming with poetic lyricism and lively creativity, is in the driver’s seat for the journey we are about to embark upon.
“Slot Machines” opens with haunting piano chords that immediately grab your attention, followed by Anna’s magnificent yet versatile vocals, which carry genuine emotion from the very first note. As soon as her voice fills your ears, a driving percussive rhythm emerges, adding layers to the story, transforming “Slot Machines” into an outstanding literary and musical masterpiece.
Anna’s magic is in her words, which she uses to create vivid images to depict the story she yearns to tell. “Slot Machines” perfectly captures how growing out of certain situations feels like pulling the lever on an old-fashioned slot machine – hopelessly hoping for that jackpot that may never arrive – yet longing for things to return to the way they once were when in reality they cannot – you and the world have changed too quickly for that.
Anna Elyse’s poetry skills shine through her lyricism beautifully, beautifully conveying complex emotions with elegance and simplicity. Listeners can easily immerse themselves into Anna’s rich tapestry of storytelling to easily connect to this song on an individual basis. At some point in our lives, we all find ourselves needing to recognize when an old situation has outlived itself – “Slot Machines” captures that sentiment perfectly.
Anna has embarked on an illuminating musical journey. Drawing influence from legendary songwriters such as Neil Young while drawing upon modern production techniques from No ID, Mike Dean and Illangelo producers alike. Anna has developed her own distinctive sound which bridges classic songwriting techniques with modern production methods to produce music which feels both nostalgic yet innovative at once.
“Slot Machines” by Anna Elyse is a musical jewel that highlights her creative flair, unique blend of inspirations, and ability to craft lyrics that deeply touch on human experiences. “Slot Machines” will conjure your emotions while leaving you with an introspective experience. Anna Elyse is definitely one to watch, and her music speaks of narrative through song.
You can find more of Anna Elyse at:
You can listen to ‘Slot Machines’ below:
Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.