Kloey Announces Release of Highly Anticipated Debut Single ‘Black Cat’
Kloey Announces Release of Highly Anticipated Debut Single ‘Black Cat’
November 29th, 2024
After years of growth and dedication to her craft, Kloey is thrilled to finally release her highly anticipated debut single, ‘Black Cat’
This captivating new track promises to tug at your heartstrings, blending soft indie pop with rich storytelling elements of folk and the dreamy sonic textures of alternative dream pop. The backbone of ‘Black Cat’ is a finger-picked acoustic guitar, which, paired with cinematic crescendos, ethereal tones, and atmospheric samples of rain and city sounds, creates a soothing and harmonious aesthetic.
Lyrically, the song explores the complexities of a person who mirrors the elusive nature of a “black cat”—highlighting the loneliness that comes from chasing after those who don’t feel as deeply as you do. ‘Black Cat’ captures a universal sense of longing, loss, and feeling disconnected from the norm, resonating with anyone who has experienced emotional distance or unrequited love.
With this release, Kloey introduces herself as an artist to watch, weaving intimate emotions and atmospheric soundscapes into a powerful debut single.
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Kloey (Kloey Shaw) is an emerging indie-pop artist based in Pōneke (Wellington), New Zealand, who grew up in the sunny town of Whakatū. With a sound that blends heartfelt, introspective lyrics with a fusion of folk and alternative indie pop, Kloey has quickly established herself as an artist who crafts emotionally resonant songs that are both intimate and expansive.
Kloey’s musical journey began at the age of 7, when she started writing songs to share with her childhood best friend. At 9, they performed an original song and dance in their school talent show, sparking Kloey’s lifelong passion for songwriting. Throughout high school, she honed her musical skills with piano and vocal lessons and played in the band The Batteries, which placed second in the Nelson RockQuest Regional Finals. In 2022, she also participated in the Commotion workshop, where she had the opportunity to sing alongside Joel Shabolt of L.A.B and Parallel Park.
Now based in Pōneke, Kloey is in her second year of a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Music Practice. She is also the lead singer of the indie pop-rock band College Try, which has gained significant attention and headlined multiple gigs. In addition to her band work, Kloey is promoting her solo career with acoustic performances at local venues like Hamodava Café and Massey University, as well as collaborating with rap artist Quest at Valhalla.
Looking ahead, Kloey’s future is filled with exciting possibilities, including upcoming recording projects with producer Kahu Sanson-Burnett. With her unique voice, diverse musical influences, and undeniable talent, Kloey is an artist to watch in New Zealand’s vibrant music scene.