Alice Costelloe

(1st November) London indie-pop singer-songwriter Alice Costelloe today releases her new EP 'When It's The Time', via cult UK label Moshi Moshi Records. The EP arrives ahead of Alice's headline show at Paper Dress Vintage in London on 7th November. Focus single "I Never Dance" is also released today; a Metronomy-leaning cut written whilst Alice was in the throes of a bout of flu, as Alice explains...

"That delirium of a fever really reminded me of the feeling of having an intense crush," Alice recalls. "It made me think back to when I’d first met my partner at a halloween party and we’d danced all night even though both of us are definitely not natural dancers."

A collaborative affair forged in the studio with esteemed producer Mike Lindsay (Laura Marling, Anna B Savage), Alice Costelloe's second solo EP 'When It's The Time' marks a significant departure from her previous collaborations, revealing a depth of emotion and artistic maturity. 

Delving into themes of mortality, desire, and the fleeting nature of life, the EP offers a poignant and often witty reflection on the fragility of existence, infused with a newfound appreciation for the present moment. 

"In a way, it’s about endings, moving on from old relationships, and contemplating the end of life and the end of the world, but it’s also about desire - desire to dance or drink a glass of wine with someone, but also desire to figure out how to make yourself a better life in a world that often feels apocalyptic," Alice reflects.

Sonically, the EP blends elements of art-pop and indie with electronic influences (in no small part due to producer Mike Lindsay's "treasure chest of synths"). Utilising a stripped-down approach, allowing the instrumentation to breathe, Alice's astute and humorous lyrics take centre-stage, resulting in a collection of songs that are at once both intimate, expansive and deftly humorous.

On working with Mike Lindsay, Alice notes how he broadened her horizons in terms of songwriting and production;

"This record opened up my eyes to a whole different way of doing things, not just sonically but also in terms of how to actually enjoy making a record, to have fun with it. It felt like no idea was too silly to explore (even a one minute long recorder solo!). That freedom, encouragement and lack of pressure, combined with Mike’s insane talent made me feel I could truly be and express myself because I knew it was all going to turn out ok. And as a result, even though it doesn’t sound much like what I’ve done before, it feels the most ‘me’ of any record I’ve made."

Alice Costelloe's new EP 'When It's The Time' is out now, released 1st November on Moshi Moshi Records. Alice headlines Paper Dress Vintage in London on 7th November, tickets on sale here. 

More about Alice Costelloe

London based Alice Costelloe - formerly of critically acclaimed shoegaze duo Big Deal (Mute Records) and previously live bassist for Superfood - independently released her debut solo EP 'So Neurotic (under the name Al Costelloe) in September 2023.

Since embarking on her solo career Alice Costelloe has sold out numerous London headline shows, performed at tastemaker festivals The Great Escape and Live At Leeds and embarked on full UK/EU tours in support of Demob Happy, and Wings Of Desire.

To date, Alice Costelloe has received consistent rotation and glowing endorsements from BBC 6 Music (Steve Lamacq, Craig Charles, Lauren Laverne, Nick Grimshaw, Nemone, Iggy Pop) and press adoration from notable tastemakers such as DIY Magazine, Wonderland Magazine, CLASH Magazine, Dork Magazine, The New Cue, The Line of Best Fit and more, giving the project a firm seal of approval.

PRAISE FOR ALICE COSTELLOE


"We're big fans of this track...[she's been] given the nod by Iggy Pop himself"
Lauren Laverne - BBC 6 Music

"Soothing slice of indie-pop...the sound of an artist taking control of her creative path"
DIY Magazine

"A lovely optimistic record to see us through" 
Steve Lamacq - BBC 6 Music

"Signing with Moshi Moshi, Alice Costelloe’s new EP sounds fascinating...held together by the intriguing arrangement and her assured lyrical touch."
CLASH Magazine

"Confessional songwriting with delicate art pop influences and spacious, synth-laden arrangements"
Under The Radar Magazine

"I'm loving it"
Craig Charles - BBC 6 Music

"Optimistic indie-pop gem"
Dork Magazine

"Back out on her own and sounding amazing"
John Kennedy - Radio X

"90’s indie-pop-rock soundscapes...we're obsessed"
Wonderland Magazine

Alice Costelloe joins Moshi Moshi with five track EP, "When It's the Time", produced by label-mate Mike Lindsay.

"This record opened up my eyes to a whole different way of doing things, not just sonically but also in terms of how to actually enjoy making a record, to have fun with it. It felt like no idea was too silly to explore (even a one minute long recorder solo!). That freedom, encouragement and lack of pressure, combined with Mike’s insane talent made me feel I could truly be and express myself because I knew it was all going to turn out ok. And as a result, even though it doesn’t sound much like what I’ve done before, it feels the most ‘me’ of any record I’ve made.

"In a way, it’s about endings, moving on from old relationships, and contemplating the end of life and the end of the world, but it’s also about desire, desire to dance or drink a glass of wine with someone, but also desire to figure out how to make yourself a better life in a world that often feels apocalyptic." - Alice Costelloe