Kaleida have released yet another sleek and stripped-down slice of electro-pop ahead of their debut EP Think.
However, “Ruby” is somewhat bigger than their previous tracks - the synths are bolder and vocalist Christina Wood delivers some breathy pop-chart warbling to match.
From the start, the song appears to be drawing on lavish '80s influences with a pairing of electro sounds that strays from subtlety. Think snare slaps with a hint of reverb combined with a single, low-pitched synth line. Wood’s voice, a blend of reedy folk and soul tones, compliments the bare-bones arrangement in the verses. As “Ruby” unfolds Cicely Goulder (production and keys) ensures that things don’t get formulaic by incorporating a few variations on the song’s established themes - dreamy chords in the latter third are a vital addition. Goulder’s knack for electro flourishes keeps Kaleida’s minimal approach from ever sounding anemic. In fact, “Ruby” is so pristine that it almost registers as a guilty pleasure.
Think is set for release on 6 April.
- MJ Lenderman and Wednesday/The Wind bandmates lend a hand on Colin Miller's new record
- Brandon shares details of his forthcoming debut album, Before You Go
- Phoebe Bridgers' guitarist Harrison Whitford details new project, Attention Bird Utopia
- Iggy Pop, Nadine Shah and more to feature on The Moonlandingz's second album, No Rocket Required
- Big Thief's James Krivchenia announces fourth solo album, Performing Belief
- Phoebe Green heals her younger self on new single, "Rage Of A Kid"
- Burna Boy unveils new single, "Update"
Get the Best Fit take on the week in music direct to your inbox every Friday

Tate McRae
So Close To What

Porridge Radio
The Machine Starts to Sing

Sam Fender
People Watching
