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Irish Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Post
Ten Minutes with... Lex Bucha
DUBLIN-based indie pop artist Lex Bucha has released his debut EP, Painless Mode. This week he took time out to talk to The Irish Post... What are you up to? Right now, I'm in Dublin and I am enjoying this beautiful whirlwind of writing, recording, and releasing music that feels like my most personal work yet. I just released my debut EP Painless Mode —it's mostly about moments of confronting emotions I have tried to bury, and it's been amazing seeing how people have connected with it. I've also been collaborating with other artists and producers across Europe, jumping between writing camps, and soaking up as much creative energy as I can. And yes… more music is on the way very soon! How would you describe your music? I'd say it's like a heart-to-heart conversation—emotional, a little vulnerable, but wrapped in melodies that make you want to sing along (or maybe cry on a dancefloor!). It's a blend of electro-pop, alt-pop, and singer-songwriter vibes. If you imagine Troye Sivan and The 1975 sitting down for coffee and writing songs together… it might sound something like that. Which piece of music always sends a shiver down your spine? Breathe Me by Sia. Every single time. It's like the soundtrack to every heartbreak and every healing moment I've ever had. There's something about how fragile and raw it is that never fails to hit me right in the chest. Tearjerker every time I listen. Which musician or singer has most influenced you? Robyn, without a doubt. She has this magical way of writing songs that are devastating and euphoric at the same time. I love how she's never afraid to be vulnerable, but she also makes you want to dance through your feelings - which honestly sums up how I try to approach my own music too. What's on your smartphone playlist at the minute? It's a bit chaotic—in the best way! I've been obsessed with RAYE's latest album (absolute masterpiece), Lana Del Rey for those late-night city walks, and Orla Gartland, who always nails that perfect mix of clever lyrics and catchy melodies. Oh, and I'm forever looping some classics like HURTS and Shakespeare's Sister. My playlists are basically an emotional rollercoaster. What are your favourite lyrics? Oh, this one's tough because I'm a total lyrics nerd! But I always go back to: 'I'm a crumpled up piece of paper lying here / 'Cause I remember it all too well' from Taylor Swift's All Too Well.' It's so simple but gut-wrenching. She somehow captured heartbreak in one line. What are your family roots in Ireland? My roots are split between Ireland, the UK and Malta, which basically means I have a deep love for storytelling, a strong cup of tea, and a pastizzi! In Ireland, my family are based around Antrim, but I have become a Dubliner over the past five years of living here - you've probably seen me hanging around Stoneybatter, especially if you've been in the Belfry recently. What is your favourite place in Ireland? Donegal - hands down. It feels like the edge of the world, in the most magical way. The scenery is breathtaking, and there's such a sense of calm there - it's like everything else just fades away. Plus, the music scene there is incredible. It's where I go to reconnect with myself and get inspired. Shout out to Dungloe. What has been your favourite venue? The Workman's Club (the cellar room) in Dublin will always be special to me. There's just something about the energy in that room - it's intimate, raw, and there's this beautiful connection between the artist and the audience. I love the lightening and decor there also. Have you a book that has been a major influence on you? The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron completely changed how I approach creativity. It taught me to let go of perfectionism and just make things - whether it's a messy lyric idea or a fully-formed song. It's like therapy in book form for artists. Which living person do you most admire? Sandra Bullock. She's funny, brutally honest, and completely herself, both on and off camera. I admire how she's built her career by staying true to her weird, wonderful self. Miss Congeniality is my favourite movie ever. Which trait in others do you most admire? Kindness. It's the quiet superpower that makes the world a better place. You can tell a lot about a person by how they treat others when no one's watching. I always try to be kind to everyone. What would be your motto? 'Feel it fully, then let it go.' It's how I try to approach life - and songwriting! I process things with my songwriting - but its important to close the door on the pain once you have got it out. What's the best advice you've ever been given? 'Don't wait for permission.' That one really stuck with me. In music, in life, in everything—you have to trust yourself and just go for it, even if it feels scary. In terms of inanimate objects, what is your most precious possession? My lyric notebook. It's full of messy scribbles, half-finished verses, and random thoughts. Honestly, it's probably the closest thing I have to a diary. If I ever lost it… I'd cry. Also my phone - guilty of needing it for everything in my life lately. What's best thing about where you live? The cafes - Stoneybatter is full of them. I love a good Italian bite from Mooz or baked good from The Green Door. Recommend also Sorrento for a good baked good if you can catch them open! . . . and the worst? Definitely the rain! It's Dublin - it's like a surprise guest that just never leaves. I love a cosy rainy day every now and then, but sometimes it feels like we're living inside a cloud. What's the greatest lesson life has taught you? That nothing stays the same forever—everything shifts, evolves, and moves forward. Learning to ride those waves instead of fighting them has been a huge lesson for me. What do you believe in? I believe in the power of music to heal and connect people. It's this magical language that brings us together, even when words fail. Who/what is the greatest love of your life? Music. It's been with me through every heartbreak, every celebration, every big moment. It's more than just something I do—it's a part of who I am. I feel lucky to be in a position to release music. See More: Dublin, Lex Bucha, New Release
Express Tribune
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Tyla thrills fans at Open'er Festival and hints at new music era
Tyla has confirmed that new music is on the way and possibly sooner than fans expected. During her vibrant set on the Orange Main Stage at Poland's Open'er Festival, the 23-year-old South African star took a moment between songs to hint at what's next. 'You all need to catch up because there's some new music coming very soon,' she said, introducing Breathe Me, which she described as her favourite track from her debut album Tyla, released last year. She also shared a heartfelt message ahead of Priorities, telling the crowd, 'This is basically just about prioritising yourself… and it's something that I've been doing for a while now. I'm reminding my Tigers to do that every day, no matter what.' Despite technical difficulties that affected her stage setup, including being unable to descend from a platform and having to run backstage to re-join her dancers, Tyla kept the energy high and the audience engaged. 'I know I'm supposed to be professional,' she joked, 'but the number of technical difficulties I'm having… we're still having fun.' Her performance marked a long-awaited return after she was forced to cancel her 2024 appearance at the festival due to injury. Grateful for the moment, she told the crowd, 'I was very low today - my energy, my vibes. But I feel really good being here in Poland.' Tyla's dynamic set, which included both male and female dancers, was met with a warm reception from fans, who she lovingly calls her 'Tigers'. Sharing the line-up with acts like J. Balvin, Lola Young, and headliners Nine Inch Nails, Tyla stood out as a rising global force ready to take her music to the next level.
Perth Now
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Tyla teases new music is coming as she performs at Open'er Festival
Tyla will release new music "very soon". The 23-year-old singer released her eponymous debut album last year and a new single, Bliss, in May and she's teased fans won't have to wait too long for more fresh material. Speaking on the Orange Main Stage at Open'er Festival in Poland on Thursday (03.07.25), she introduced Breathe Me and said: "The next song is my favourite song from my debut album. Have you listened to my album? "You all need to catch up because there's some new music coming very soon. "This song is actually my favourite so I want to see light, hugging, kissing, getting touchy, let's go." Tyla urged her fans - who she affectionately calls her Tigers - to take the time to look after themselves and take care of their own needs first. Speaking ahead of Priorities, she told the audience: "This is basically just about prioritising yourself. You know, it's very important. "And it's something that I've been doing for a while now. And yeah, the song is Mushy just about there and me reminding my tigers to do that every day no matter what. It's very important." The Water hitmaker bemoaned the technical issues she experienced during her set, which saw her accompanied by both male and female dancers, including one incidence where she was unable to get down from a raised platform as planned and was forced to use steps at the back of the staging, running around to re-join the choreography. She said: "I know I'm supposed to be professional but you guys, the amount of technical difficulties In having. "But we're still having fun." Tyla - who was photographed by Denys Didkovskyi during her set - had been supposed to perform at Open'er last year but pulled out for health reasons so she was delighted to finally make it to the festival to a rapturous reception. She said: "You guys are giving me so much energy but I'm loving it. "Today I was very low guys. My energy, my vibes. "But I just feel really good being here in Poland. I was supposed to perform here last year and I couldn't because of my injury and everything. So I'm glad that God brought me here today." Other artists who performed at Open'er on Thursday included Lola Young, J. Balvin and headliners Nine Inch Nails.
