Pip Hall is somewhat of a modern day prodigy, having released her second single, the follow-up to 2016’s delicious ‘Devil You Don’t‘, at the sweet and tender age of just sixteen. You’d never guess it, though; Hall’s strident talent races ahead of her year-count at speeds of light years.
The lolloping, laid-back strut of ‘Turn Over’ brings to mind the very best of ’90s shoegaze and alt-rock. In fact, it’s been reported that each time this track is played, Stephen Malkmus instinctively nods his head in approval. Stephen apparently does not know why he has developed this tic. Quite astonishing how well and confidently Hall nails this vibe, though, considering she was merely in a glint in the beady eye of existence when Pavement et al were treading the boards in their prime.
A breathy, reflective vocal drifts over gently growling guitars like a Peppa Pig blanket gently placed over the brow of a slightly grumpy terrier. Hall’s vocal stylings are a mix of Christine McVie and an indie Suzanne Vega, which makes for very satisfied ears indeed – and is fitting, seeing as Hall has been quoted as calling out The Mac as a heavy influence “all the way back from Peter Green to Christine“. There’s a warmth and wisdom in her tone and delivery that both belies her years and instils a homely sense of comfort and familiarity.
‘Turn Over’ is taken from Pip’s forthcoming, sophomore EP James, which is due out on London boutique label My Little Empire in March. Keep an eye out for it – this gigantic talent is going to go far.
