Siskoni on noita releases through Soliti on the 20th September 2024.
Ocelot reveal more music from forthcoming album Siskoni on noita, with new single “Kolme Kesää”.
A yearning paean to new awakenings aligned with that fresh feeling only summer can bring, “Kolme Kesää” abounds with melodic abandon and hook worthy intentions.
“Kolme kesää” (Three summers) is about the feeling of waking up after a long period of stagnation. Suddenly all senses are heightened: the light floods over the body, the plants’ scent permeate the vision, the warm air makes you aware of how easy life can be. You enter the summer night, you are sad but free.” Ocelot tells us.
“Kolme kesää” arrives on the 16th August 2024.
Listen to “Kolme Kesää”
Emilia Pennanen: Vocals, piano
Rasmus Pietilä: Bass, vocals, percussion
Victor von Hellens: Drums
Walter Metsärinne: Synth
Producer: Rasmus Pietilä, Emilia Pennanen
Mixing: Viljami Mehto
Mastering: Jarkko Viinamäki
Initial reaction
“Beginning with the end of Spring, drifting towards the end with a forlorn piano line, then moving towards a pronounced lift in energy and power that rises like the Summer sun, brightening and warming everything that it touches.” Austin Town Hall
“The song is full of enveloping melodies and powerful choruses” Indie Italia
“…when I found out about the richness of the direction they took after that… I’m so into it” Niche Music
Ocelot: Siskoni on noita (Soliti 112) Release date: 20/09/2024 – Pre-save
Ocelot Album cover art Siskoni on noita
Noa P. Mendes and Emilia Pennanen Ocelot logo design: Rikhard Hormia
1. Omenoita
2. Sun Silmillä
3. Vierailija
4. Ysiviis
5. Prinssi/Pikkuveli
6. Siskoni on noita
7. Seitsemän
8. Kolme Kesää
9. Polttaa
10. Uin, Uin, Uin
Emilia Pennanen: Vocals, piano
Rasmus Pietilä: Bass, vocals, percussion
Victor von Hellens: Drums
Walter Metsärinne: Synth
Producer: Rasmus Pietilä, Emilia Pennanen
Mixing: Viljami Mehto
Mastering: Jarkko Viinamäki
Of the new album Siskoni on noita Ocelot tell us
“Siskoni on noita is a collage of characters, looks and self-portraits. A world where visitors, travellers, princes, witches, exes, thieves in the night, forgotten first loves, estranged siblings, tourists and unknown bodies flow through memories, songs and dreams.
It is an embracing of the strange and an acceptance of the ordinary.
The rejection and shaping of other people’s gaze.
It is a whirlpool of stories of perpetual instability, uncertainty and love between people.
It is a mirror with a face looking back.”
Upcoming Shows
05/09/2024 at Playhouse Bar, Helsinki with ghostplay (USA), Ghosts on TV, Meef
Ocelot promo picture 3 by Linda Lehtovirta
Kolme Kesää” was preceded by the two singles Sun Silmillä and Prinssi/Pikkuveli, both featuring videos shot in Portugal by Noa P. Mendes, celine s. diaz and Emilia Pennanen.
Reaction to both singles
“I love the way it works with this incredible beat underneath; the guitar slides up and down, just as the drums snap, all of it working under this intoxicating groove.” Austin Town Hall
“This band has an extraordinary design.” Niche Music
“The vocals are simply chill, and the hooks grab you from the first seconds. The gloomy synth atmosphere adds a cinematic flair and style to the track. This the music you can dream to and just relax.” Soundville
“As with most inverted dreams, perhaps our innate quest for liberation often reduces our desires to the most basic and acquiescent needs.” Soulwavez
“…the song’s mesmerising vibe transcends language barriers, instantly drawing listeners in. The dreamy production is enchanting, and the lead singer’s raspy vocals are a delight.” DNü
“The gentle touch of the waves and the coolness of the air could bring this lovely melancholy melody to my ears as I gaze at the horizon. The vocals matched so well with their almost whispering timbre convey the mystery to me.” Nagamag
Ocelot promo by Linda Lehtovirta