Planet Notion – Introducing: Ana Lola Roman

A blast from the past, with strong futuristic elements entwined in her musical productions, Ana Lola Roman is one to keep an eye on. Ana Lola Roman delivers hits straight to the soul with her new single Jigsaw/Klutch. This ‘jack-of-all- trades’ just so happens to be a songwriter, singer, choreographer, sound designer and multi-instrumentalist. The siren, originally from Oklahoma also happens to be based in both Berlin and NYC. This makes her phenomenal in my book, and quite possibly an extra-terrestrial. Described as avant-garde, emotive and neo-classical, it is definitely hard to put a label on her work. All that matters is it’s good, and well worth a listen.

Klutch radiates an almost electronic tribal essence that is merged with vulnerable vocals and piano compositions. On the other hand, the musical weight of Jigsaw conveys the emotive content within her lyrics, but also manages to weave in futuristic content at the same time. Her atmospheric soundscapes and clean aesthetics are strong and full of character. Deep lyrics and dark synths entice the listener into a meditative state in which dancing is a necessity.

Jean Luc Sinclair, the music extraordinaire who has collaborated with Trent Reznor and The Scissor Sisters in the past, has recently jumped aboard Roman’s project. Tom Ellard of the popular electronic group, Severed Heads, is also reworking a number of his ‘80s classics with Roman’s help. The young lady’s first full feature length album is due for release in the latter half of 2011, and tour dates will be announced not long after. Jigsaw/Klutch will be available from 20th June so mark your calendars.

Visit Ana Lola Roman’s website, follow her on Tumblr then have a listen to her awesomeness on Soundcloud. Enjoy!

-Joanna Prempeh