Muffintops originate from the French Alps, but now reside in Bristol – the creative hub of the South West. Both influences seem to play a part in their music, their E.P showcases a crisp, reminiscent of the snow-sprinkled mountains of the French Alps whilst parts of the E.P also showcase a gritty side, reminiscent of the graffiti capital which they call home. Bandmates Ella and Elie’s unique rock-tinged, alt-pop sound has been received well already, they’re now returning with a brand new E.P entitled ‘Runaway’ that commits to taking the listener on a journey and showcasing their infectious new sound further.
‘Runaway’ is a five-track offering that is sure to get you up and grooving. “Edelweiss” and “Nothing But A Game” are shoegaze-esc offerings that feature chorus-soaked guitars, melodic melting pots and soft but impactful vocal lines. Whereas tracks such as “Not a Girl” features thundering drums and distortion heavy guitars that cut through the mix showcasing their gritty side.
Speaking about the EP, the duo says: “Runaway is our first release, and we’ve put so much of ourselves into it. Almost everything was done between the two of us, in our studio at home. We started writing the songs during lockdown and have been working on them until now. Runaway reflects the process of what we had to get through to be where we are today. It’s about letting things go and looking at life from a new perspective. It feels so special to be able to share them with people. It’s a reflection of who we’ve been these last two years. We’ve learned so much about ourselves during the creation of this EP, we hope you’ll be able to get a picture of who we are by listening to it.”
Muffintops’ talents don’t stop at songwriting. With Elie an adept multi-instrumentalist and producer, whilst Ella is gifted with a flair for guitar and photography, the duo have a skill set that consists of endless creativity. Muffintops are projecting a message through their art which challenges societal expectations, shaping themselves as role models for their budding fanbase. With much more in the pipeline, it’s a duo that you’re going to want to keep an eye out for.
