Is It Love Or Just Paris?

Ladyhawke aka Pip Brown is a singer, not a band, not a film. She likes kittens, video games, and wears men’s clothing almost exclusively.

Hailing from New Zealand, she’s fairly new to the scene. Her self-titled debut album was released this past September, and she’s been touring since, opening up for the Ting Tings in the UK (more proof I need to re-locate to Europe). Even Perez Hilton himself called upon her presence at his SXSW concert extravaganza in Texas this year. And we all know he’s picky about his people.

Mellow tunes, 80′s synth-influenced melodies and delicate vocals are what you’ll find on this great album. Tracks like “My Delirium” are instantly catchy, and as if that weren’t enough, I’d say the adorable water-colour graphics on her website and album cover are enough to convince me of her rising awesome-status. Image is important, and I love everything about her representation. But don’t be fooled, she’s got edge.

With infinitely amazing lyrics a la “kids in the street, drinking wine on the sidewalk, saving the plans that we have ’till the night time” evoking feelings of blissful carelessness, you can’t help but pay attention. More likely than not, they will end up as your obscure Facebook status’.

I guarantee you’ll be setting this record on repeat this summer. It’s the perfect playlist for a garden/patio party to accompany fruity cocktails and a setting sunset.

Ladyhawke has 4 singles out, so check her YouTube channel for all the visual radness. I heart videos in which every screencap has the possibility of being a fashion shoot or work of art.

Oh, and she also DJs.

Ladyhawke rawks.

Words by Melania Fedyna