The soundtrack to our Friday is from South London indie-pop band Sassyhiya and their debut album Take You Somewhere (Skep Wax Records).
Alongside their album release, Sassyhiya shares a music video for ‘Thank You And Goodbye’.
“I wanted to write a song in the style of late 70s / early-80s female-fronted post-punk bands like Delta 5 and Oh-OK – arch, spiky and sweet with a playful, scrubby guitar solo. The lyrics of the first few lines are taken, somewhat improbably, from letters between the poets Elizabeth Bishop and Robert Lowell. It’s a conversation between two people, one of whom is a bit obsessive and love-sick. The other isn’t impressed with their advances, though, so decides to reject the angst. It’s about opting cheerfully and without regret for the single life.”
Kathy Wright – vocals/guitar
Come join us with Sassyhiya for their album launch TONIGHT at the Cavendish Arms, supported by Panic Pocket and Charley Stone and the Actual Band. [Tickets]
Upcoming live shows:
23 Nov 2024: Oxford, Jericho Tavern
2 Dec 2024: Leeds, New Headingley Club
14 Dec 2024: Rainham, Oast
22 Dec 2024: London, Lexington
24 Jan 2025: Sheffield, Hallamshire Hotel
2 Mar 2025: Leicester, Firebug
Stream Take You Somewhere on Spotify.
Find Sassyhiya on Instagram