by emily harris
KAYLEE’s debut EP, Sideways, is finally here! The six track EP, including two unplugged tracks, is an easy escape from the business of your other music. This EP places the listener in a chilled-out and totally vibe state; KAYLEE’s vocals are soft-lending the listener to pay close attention to the lyrics.
The EP starts out with “Time,” which features quick melodic lyrics that have snappy and quick endings. Its repetition of instrumental brings a sense of sincerity and intimacy in the track. Its raw and honest beginnings and lyrics work beautifully with the slow and methodical instrumental track in the back. The EP starts out with an almost silent killer in “Time.”
Following is “Here With Me,” a track that starts slow and bridges into poignant and sharp lyrics. It’s almost jazz-like in its deliberate use of piano and strong baselines — not a sound you would expect on this body of work. It’s very easy to get lost in the chill vibe KAYLEE effortlessly creates.
“Forget the Rest” is the third track. The lyrics clearly note a “back and forth” situation and the music mimics it. There is a noticeable repetition, but it mimics that of past songs off the EP. It’s definitely worth listening to a few times over to get the full effect!
Next is the interlude — “8:38.” This interlude dreamily begins with the second hearing of the piano sequence until light guitar strums come in. Her voice fits the dreamy sequence — almost as a whisper.
Next comes the unplugged tracks, “Sober” followed by the last track “bitches broken heart.” Both feature the music styling of an acoustic guitar and cajon drum. These create the vibe of a stripped down and honest track, ultimately leaving the EP on a disparaging and self-reflective note.
The EP takes you through the motions of relationships with others and with yourself. Listen to it anywhere you stream your music !