Rose Gray: “Louder, Please” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A power-packed debut album from the multi-talented Walthamstow singer.
This album feels like a long-lost ‘90s dancefloor weapon; an undiscovered classic that would’ve had you sweating buckets under strobe lights back in the day. Gray has absolutely nailed this vibe, throwing herself headfirst into the sound, and it shows. Every beat, every drop, every euphoric high is dripping with passion.
Things kick off with “Damn”, a proper little tease of what’s to come. But when “Free” hits, it’s like a time machine straight to the golden age of glow sticks and baggy jeans. You’ll swear you’ve heard it before. Was it a forgotten gem from a Dave Pearce set, or are you just losing your mind? Either way, it’s a certified banger.
Then there’s “Wet and Wild”. Yeah, it’s as filthy and fun as the name suggests. Pure unfiltered pop euphoria that demands the volume cranked right up. By the time “Party People” drops, forget it- you’re topless, spinning your shirt above your head, and the neighbours are banging on the walls.
“Tectonic” brings a moment to catch your breath while still flexing Gray’s vocal chops, but just when you think you’ve cooled off, “Switch” drags you right back onto that sticky dancefloor. Arms up, eyes closed, living for the drop.
And then, just like that, it’s the comedown. “Everything Changes (But I Won’t)” sees you through the last haze of the night. It’s 5am, mate. Time to stumble towards a kebab and call it a night.
It’s an absolute belter of an album. One hit and you’re addicted. Stick it on, turn it up, and lose yourself.
Stand-out tracks: “Party People ”, “Free”.
