Photo by Jordan Rose

Brighton band HANYA follow-up their 2020 single ‘Monochrome’ with a new track for 2021 titled ‘Lydia’. Continuing to raise the musical levels, the song is a alternative meets shoegaze gem with grand production dripping with sophistication and class. From the lush intro with a guitar solo shortly following, to it’s peak breakdowns, ‘Lydia’ is an ear-pleasing offering that further highlights the groups continual growth, resulting in one magnificent record.

Touching on the track, vocalist Heather Sheret mentioned:

“Lydia’ started as a sweet acoustic number but kept getting bigger the more we played it. I think that’s the nature of things right now: big gestures only. This past year has involved a lot of contemplation, and so ‘Lydia’ was written about a chance to dwell on our memories and see people, situations and relationships in new light as time progresses. The reminder that rights and wrongs are ever-evolving, perspectives shift and over time you shape your own memories.”