Australian indie pop artist Gordi is back on the scene with a brand new single titled 'Alien Cowboy' . This track produced by Matias Mora signals the beginning of Gordi 's third album journey. It follows her 'Lunch At Dune' EP released last year.
Exploring a Gay Utopia: The Imaginative Spark Behind 'Alien Cowboy's' Creation
Gordi explains the song's origin point was thinking about a gay utopia. She mentioned listening to Kendrick Lamar's 'Mr Morale & The Big Steppers' when the idea struck. Sitting at the piano with Matias Mora they recorded a deep and somewhat broken-sounding part. This sound evoked a desert scene in Gordi's mind. She pictured a mirage a beautiful almost Salvador Dali-like world where everything was melting. In this vision a giant figure appeared hand outstretched inviting her in. This became a metaphor for creating an imaginary space. A place where queer people could experience complete acceptance. For the chorus Gordi shifted this idea inward transforming the fictitious place into an internal feeling rather than a physical location.
A Scorpion and Its Keeper: The Music Video's Dual Character Exploration by Gordi
The single release is paired with a music video directed by Madeleine Purdy . Gordi portrays two distinct characters in this visual piece. She described her concept to Purdy who developed a video idea featuring two characters a scorpion owner and the scorpion itself. Gordi was tasked with playing both roles. She humorously noted the contact lenses needed for the scorpion character took nearly two hours to apply.
Master and Captive: Director Madeleine Purdy Interprets Life's Dichotomy in 'Alien Cowboy' Video
Madeleine Purdy shared her perspective on the video's concept. She posed an interesting question If you kept yourself as a pet in a safe beautiful tank would you set yourself free? The video aims to explore the experience of being both in control of and confined by one's own life. This idea adds another layer to the song's themes of identity and self-perception.
Sonic Landscape of Dreams: Production and Musicality of Gordi's Latest Track
' alien Cowboy' is described as a cathartic and dramatic pop piece. It paints a picture of a tormented fantasy. The song features swirling and sparsely arranged elements that build to a climax. This follows the sonic direction of Gordi's 'Lunch At Dune' EP which included a collaboration with SOAK. The chorus line "Won’t you blow up my universe so that I can realize we’ve been here the whole time" suggests themes of self-discovery and perhaps destruction for realization.
The song's production blends experimentation with strong pop melodies. This is credited to the collaboration between Gordi (Sophie Payten) and Matias Mora a producer known for work with Rebecca Black Linkin Park and Katy Perry. They worked together in Los Angeles sharing ideas about a gay utopia. The result is a piece of music that feels almost supernatural with sardonic lyrics woven throughout such as “Join the excommunicated it’s your birthday celebrate it”.
Kayla Reagan's Mix: Enhancing the Spaciousness and Intensity of 'Alien Cowboy'
Kayla Reagan known for her mixing work with artists like Eartheater Doja Cat and 100Gecs mixed the track. She emphasized the spacious arrangement while also amplifying the powerful post-script section of the song. This mixing likely contributes to the song's dreamlike yet intense quality.
Gordi's Journey: From 'Reservoir' to 'Alien Cowboy' and Beyond
Gordi has steadily built a dedicated fan base since her 2017 debut album 'Reservoir' and the 2020 follow-up 'Our Two Skins'. While she has achieved significant accomplishments including collaborations with Troye Sivan Nils Hoffmann and Josh Pyke and touring with major acts like Bon Iver The Tallest Man on Earth and Of Monsters and Men some feel she remains underrated in the music scene. The release of her upcoming third album is anticipated to change this perception and bring her wider recognition.
'Alien Cowboy' marks the start of Gordi's campaign for her third album. She recently performed sold-out intimate shows in Australia and London. This new single suggests a bold direction for her music.
A Surreal Western Hypnotic Trip: 'Alien Cowboy' as a Psychological Experience
Overall 'Alien Cowboy' is more than just a song. It creates a surreal dreamlike world with haunting production and a video that enhances its unsettling nature. It feels like a hypnotic journey through a western landscape that exists in the mind. The track is eerie cinematic and full of substantial ideas. It sets the stage for Gordi's next album era suggesting something truly special is on the horizon. 'Alien Cowboy' is a fascinating release from an artist who continues to push creative boundaries.