If you are one of our regular readers and loyal followers, it is very likely that the name Sunset Salore is already familiar to you. Even if this is your first time visiting this blog, you have probably heard about her, as this talented Australian singer-songwriter has caught the attention of the entire world with her unique fusion of sounds and themes that manage to deeply explore the complexity of the emotions and feelings we all carry within, with incredible sincerity and honesty.
When we say “we all,” we indeed refer to each one of us, as Sunset Salore is one of those artists who has the exceptional ability to tackle universal themes that affect us all in one way or another. However, her unique musical approach, featuring dynamic and colorful compositions along with her undeniable lyrical skill, makes every listener feel addressed and connected to each of her words and melodies.
This is how it has been demonstrated with her two promotional singles, “Call It,” released in July 2024, and “Mystery and Magic,” which saw the light in August of the same year. Both have received such an overwhelming reception from the public that even the word “overwhelming” falls short of describing their great success, as both singles have connected deeply with the audience, creating a real buzz across the whole internet and becoming a true viral phenomenon on social media.
(Check out the full reviews of “Call It” and “Mystery and Magic”)
With this exciting premise, fans and followers of Sunset Salore no longer have to wait, as the much-anticipated moment has arrived. Her long-awaited EP “Love Kills The Monsters” has finally dropped on all streaming platforms! This release marks a major milestone in the young singer-songwriter's career, solidifying her authentic style and mastery in combining poignant melodies with meaningful lyrics.
Comprising 7 exciting tracks, of which 5 are completely exclusive and have not been released previously, this spectacular album completes Sunset Salore's remarkable discography, offering listeners an intense and captivating musical journey filled with emotional contrasts and sonic nuances.
'Love Kills The Monsters' is a work that combines vibrant melodies with deep, highly emotive, and personal lyrics, addressing themes such as love, loss, fear, and resilience. Each song reveals a different facet of the young singer’s artistic talent, ranging from infectious and danceable rhythms to intimate ballads that profoundly move listeners. The entire EP is infused with the elegant style and unmistakable vocal interpretation that defines Sunset Salore as one of the most distinctive and promising voices in today’s scene, allowing each track to stand out with its own identity while presenting a solid and unified proposal as a whole.
The vocal brilliance of Sunset Salore is once again evident in this release, where we can now appreciate her interpretative versatility in greater detail and precision through each track. In each one, she offers a rich variety of tones; from her exquisite vibrato technique and smooth, velvety vocals to heartfelt harmonies that showcase her singing abilities to the fullest, all delivered with remarkable fluidity, demonstrating that her talent is not only innate but also knows no creative boundaries.
From a technical perspective, both the arrangement of the tracks and the progression that unfolds throughout the album, along with the constant dynamism present in each piece, stand out as two of the strongest points of this EP. 'Love Kills The Monsters' opens subtly, enveloping the listener in an aura of calm and introspection, but skillfully breaks that atmosphere as it reaches the one-minute mark, revealing an unexpected twist that anticipates what is to come. 'Hope,' the following track, dramatically decreases in intensity, offering warmer and more relaxing melodies, only to give way to the explosive 'Call It,' one of the most iconic songs of the EP, characterized by its energetic and uplifting vibe.
This kind of “sonic experimentation”, where the listener is exposed to ups and downs of intensity, is a highly effective strategy by the artist, demonstrating not only meticulous attention to the sequence and order of the songs but also her extensive experience and skill in keeping the audience captivated from start to finish, as if it were an emotional roller coaster from which you cannot break free until the ride is over.
Featured Track: “Don't Owe You Pretty”
One of the standout tracks on this album is the one that closes this remarkable work, ‘Don't Owe You Pretty,’ a beautiful composition in 3/4 that creates an intriguing contrast between its literary and thematic aspects and its sonic essence. Here we can appreciate why the greatness of Sunset Salore is so acclaimed and celebrated, as she is able to convey a powerful narrative of personal empowerment and self-affirmation through a piece that musically could easily be perceived as a song revolving around romance and love.
This represents an achievement that only a few artists accomplish with the same expertise. Sunset Salore, however, executes it masterfully, demonstrating her ability to challenge conventions and provide an experience that, far from being superficial, invites deep reflection, in a very complex yet enjoyable composition where “light meets darkness”. ‘Don't Owe You Pretty’ is a clear example that not always does predictability yield the best results, and that sometimes, those divergent creative choices prove to be much more effective in communicating a message and generating a significant impact in the minds of listeners.
“Love Kills The Monsters,” officially released on October 4, 2024, through Scenestr in Australia, marks the starting point for the rising career of this great artist. Its undeniable success is just the beginning of her musical journey, which will undoubtedly bring many more surprises in the future.
Hold on… the surprises don’t end here!
Sunset Salore is gearing up for her launch party show on February 1, 2025, at Bergy Bandroom in Melbourne, where she will share the stage with support acts from artists like Kaiyah Mercedes, Lili Violet, and Gman. This charity event will support the organization www.rafikimwema.com, an organization dedicated to helping children in Kenya.
Additionally, “Love Kills The Monsters” is also available in physical format, which you can purchase through her Bandcamp profile and It is undoubtedly an exclusive piece that should not be missing from your collection!
