Merry Cherry Bomb - Merry Cherry Cola
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“Merry Cherry Bomb, the one-person project driven by multi-instrumentalist and singer Allie Gardner, is ready to make waves with her new EP; “Merry Cherry Cola” featuring the single “Mayra”. Known for her unique blend of bedroom pop and psychedelic punk, Merry Cherry Bomb’s music captures listeners with its dreamy, 70s-inspired instrumentals and powerful vocals. Offering a glimpse into her bold, layered sound and personal storytelling; showcasing Gardner’s diverse songwriting and artistic vision.”
“Mayra”, Merry Cherry Bomb’s newest single is a heart wrenching song of deep, unrequited longing. Featuring a heavier style than Allison is normally known for, it’s a huge step forward towards a new Merry Cherry sound. Written and recorded entirely by Allison, it features searing guitar, fuzzy bass and soaring vocals reminiscent of Tame Impala. Its music video, also made entirely by Merry Cherry Bomb is a spooky, yet psychedelic journey into the deepest corners of Allison’s broken heart.
“Merry Cherry Bomb has a nostalgic, yet edgy feel with definite Blondie meets Kim Wilde vibes. Perfect dancing around the kitchen, using a wooden-spoon-as-a-microphone music!” – Loud Women
“Steady percussion and a bass-y reverberation complements the initial vocal drive, escalating steadily with emotion as soaring and funky guitar lines alike inject seamlessly. A chilling, soaring title-touting vocal punch arrives thereafter, as the beckoning for “one more hour,” furthers the enjoyably stylish qualities.” – Obscure Sound
“The first thing that came to mind after pressing the play button was 80’s-90s 4AD, and in particular the more ethereal period of Cocteau Twins. Merry Cherry Bomb (aka Allison Gardner) will carry you away into a bewitching sphere full of neon lights, lo-fi psychedelia and dream pop catharsis. Hope you are ready to enter a colorful world of sunlight and love…utterly adorable!” – Last Day Deaf