B-Side Guys

In “Ease My Mind,” Leyya crafts a sound that hovers between dreamy introspection and electronic pulsation. The Vienna-based duo of Sophie Lindinger and Marco Kleebauer demonstrate their evolution from indie darlings to seasoned architects of sound, weaving a tapestry that’s both intimate and expansive.

The track opens with a gossamer-thin synth line, reminiscent of early LCD Soundsystem but infused with a distinctly European melancholy. Lindinger’s vocals float above the mix, her words half-formed thoughts that seem to materialize from the ether. It’s in this space between articulation and atmosphere that Leyya finds its power, inviting listeners into a world where emotions are felt rather than explained.

As the song progresses, layers of percussion and electronic textures build, creating a rhythmic undertow that pulls against the ethereal vocals. This tension mirrors the lyrical themes of self-doubt and emotional dismissal, a sonic representation of the internal struggle to validate one’s own feelings. The production, polished yet maintaining an air of bedroom intimacy, showcases the duo’s growth as producers without losing the raw honesty that marked their earlier work.

“Ease My Mind” serves as a bridge between Leyya’s past and future. While it retains elements of the indie-electronic fusion that earned them accolades and festival slots from Primavera to SXSW, there’s a newfound depth here. The song doesn’t so much progress as it does unfold, each section revealing new facets of the duo’s musical identity.

In returning to a more melancholic and intimate sound, Leyya has paradoxically expanded their sonic palette. “Ease My Mind” is not a retreat but a recentering, a reminder that in the cacophony of modern life, sometimes the most powerful statement is a whisper. It’s a promising glimpse into their upcoming album, suggesting a work that will be both a continuation and a reinvention of the Leyya we’ve come to know.