For 27-year-old Jenny Hollingworth, a decade has passed since Let's Eat Grandma burst onto the scene with their eccentric synth-folk sound. What was once strange and outside had become increasingly refined. Albums like "I'm All Ears" showed a sharpened edge while still retaining unique sonic quirks that cemented the band's place on the periphery of mainstream music.
But now, as she embarks on her first solo venture, Quicksand Heart, Hollingworth is embracing an even more familiar and nostalgic sound. Nodding to the 1980s new wave era, the album grapples with grief – specifically, the loss of her partner in 2019 – and the end of a lifelong friendship with her Let's Eat Grandma bandmate Rosa Walton.
Quicksand Heart is a record that requires patience, as its introspective moments can feel like a plod through familiar territory. However, when Hollingworth hits on an irresistible melody, all else fades into the background. Tracks like "Every Ounce of Me" – with its bittersweet bounce that recalls Olivia Rodrigo and the Waterboys – serve as prime examples of this.
The album's peak moments come when Hollingworth combines seemingly disparate elements in genre-bending fashion. Take "Appetite," a powerpop anthem that distills classic sensibilities into near-perfect songwriting, or "Do You Still Believe in Me?" with its dizzying mashup of breakbeats, hair metal bombast, and shoegazey dissonance.
These moments remind us that Hollingworth's unique powers remain unchanged. She has taken a well-worn road, but her ability to reinvent and push boundaries remains as compelling as ever.
But now, as she embarks on her first solo venture, Quicksand Heart, Hollingworth is embracing an even more familiar and nostalgic sound. Nodding to the 1980s new wave era, the album grapples with grief – specifically, the loss of her partner in 2019 – and the end of a lifelong friendship with her Let's Eat Grandma bandmate Rosa Walton.
Quicksand Heart is a record that requires patience, as its introspective moments can feel like a plod through familiar territory. However, when Hollingworth hits on an irresistible melody, all else fades into the background. Tracks like "Every Ounce of Me" – with its bittersweet bounce that recalls Olivia Rodrigo and the Waterboys – serve as prime examples of this.
The album's peak moments come when Hollingworth combines seemingly disparate elements in genre-bending fashion. Take "Appetite," a powerpop anthem that distills classic sensibilities into near-perfect songwriting, or "Do You Still Believe in Me?" with its dizzying mashup of breakbeats, hair metal bombast, and shoegazey dissonance.
These moments remind us that Hollingworth's unique powers remain unchanged. She has taken a well-worn road, but her ability to reinvent and push boundaries remains as compelling as ever.
I've been listening to Quicksand Heart on repeat since it dropped 
, and honestly, Jenny Hollingworth is still one of the most talented songwriters out there 
. Her new album is a bit more straightforward than Let's Eat Grandma's stuff, but that doesn't make it any less special 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to hear a synth-folk band grow into an even more amazing artist? 
The way she blends old and new sounds on tracks like "Appetite" is just magic 
... but yeah, sometimes patience is required because the introspective parts can feel a bit meandering 
. Still, when it all comes together, man, Quicksand Heart is pure gold 
she finally takes the leap into solo territory... it feels like a breath of fresh air 
i've been waiting for this moment for ages, and imo, quicksand heart is a beautifully raw and emotional album that showcases her growth as an artist 
'every ounce of me' is giving me life 
can't wait to see where she takes this new sound next 
! I was totally expecting a departure from the Let's Eat Grandma sound, but this nostalgia trip is actually kinda gorgeous 
. Tracks like "Every Ounce of Me" and "Appetite" have me hooked - that melody in "Every Ounce" gives me all the feels 
. Jenny's always been a master of blending genres, and this album proves she's still got it 
. The emotional depth is real, but so are the catchy hooks 
. Bring on the dance parties! 
... I mean, who would've thought she'd become a synth-folk icon in just 10 years? 
And now, this new solo thing Quicksand Heart is all about embracing that nostalgic '80s vibe. It's interesting how her sound has evolved - sometimes it feels like you're walking through familiar territory (I know what you mean, article said that 
. I loved the part about "Every Ounce of Me" recalling Olivia Rodrigo and the Waterboys - that song's bittersweet vibe is so infectious 
... and now she's exploring some heavier stuff with "Appetite" - powerpop anthem FTW 
... and I love how she's not afraid to experiment, like on "Do You Still Believe in Me?" all those different elements come together to create something totally unique 
? The way she blends genre-bending styles is pure magic 
. I mean, have you seen the album art for Quicksand Heart? It looks like a cryptic message from another dimension 
. And what's with all these references to Olivia Rodrigo and The Waterboys? Is she trying to send us a subliminal message about the music industry being too formulaic? 
I'm not buying it yet, but I'll keep digging for more connections 
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. I love how patient you gotta be to appreciate the more introspective moments, but when she hits those melodies... WOW! 
Can't wait to dive deeper into Quicksand Heart! 
Rosa Walton's departure from the band must've been tough for her, hope she's doing alright 
Jenny's songwriting skills are insane though - "Appetite" gives me life! 
quicksand heart has me hooked, especially when she combines different genres like in "do you still believe in me?" it's like she's taking everything and making it her own 
, she's taking the leap into solo mode and I think it's gonna be EPIC! 
. I love how she's not afraid to get a little weird with her soundscapes - it's like, totally refreshing after all the same ol' vibes we've been getting from other artists 
. And can we talk about those track combos?! 
Anyway, I'm all for exploring new sounds and pushing boundaries - it's what keeps music exciting, you know? 
but what really gets me is how raw and emotional she is being about grief and friendship loss 
. Give me something that pushes the boundaries and surprises me, you know?