Filipino indie rock band Coloura has finally dropped their sophomore mini album, Love and Influence via Melt Records, the Cebu-based label that is home to critically acclaimed acts such as KRNA, Loop, and Vincent Eco—to name a few.
More than just an EP that maps the inevitable dissolution of relationships, be it romantic or platonic, the electronic-influenced guitar-pop record openly essays the band’s collective and personal take on love, whether it’s based on real-life events or observations, and maybe both.
“The songs on LAI cover the themes of staying in love, obsessive love, self-love, and acceptance,” the four-piece act explains. “Vocalist and guitarist Jake Relacion wrote most of the lyrics of the songs except the hook/chorus for “Ecstasy” which was written by our bassist Robert Lim.”
But apart from its heartfelt musings on love, betrayal, and acceptance, Love and Influence excels with its unique sonic approach and boundless creativity. Thanks to its ‘80s pop influences, driving chords, and shimmering arrangements, the band unearths a distinct sound that turns their frailties into anthemic pop sing-alongs for the modern audience.
The electro/indie pop act explains, “Our music has been heavily inspired by pop, rock, and electronic music, but for this EP, we kind of just went along with whatever was comfortable and fun for us. We are really excited to hear people’s thoughts when they hear this EP.”
Love and Influence serves as the follow-up to their underrated 2022 EP, In Between, which features the songs “Drive and Meet You,” First Time,” “Let This Go,” and more.
Coloura’s 5-track EP, Love and Influence is out now on all digital/streaming platforms worldwide via Melt Records.
Source: Nyou