New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Today, alt-pop rising star girli releases "Crush Me Up," the latest single off her highly anticipated sophomore album 'Matriarchy' out May 17th.
"Crush Me Up" delves into the euphoric sensation of having a crush, vividly capturing the experience of being irresistibly drawn to someone, with their presence permeating every thought and moment. With heart-thumping electro synths that compel you to shout the song from the rooftops, girli's poignant lyrics depict a mutual longing, portraying a relationship filled with equal desire and fervor. As anticipation builds for the release of 'Matriarchy,' this latest single sets the stage for what is sure to be an unforgettable and pioneering album.
2024 has already proven to be an exceptional year for girli, with the successful completion of her 'Matriarchy: US Tour,' which saw her captivating audiences in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, etc. Alongside her tour, Girli released "Be With Me," a rebellious anthem against patriarchal standards, advocating for self-acceptance and authenticity. She is continuing the Matriarchy world tour this month, embarking in Europe, Australia, and the UK.
Matriarchy World Tour:
Apr: 25: Brisbane, The Brightside
Apr 26: Sydney, Oxford Art Factory
Apr 27: Melbourne, The Laundry Bar
May 29: Cardiff, The Globe
May 31: Dublin, Academy 2
Jun 02: Glasgow, St Lukes
Jun 03: Leeds, The Wardrobe
Jun 04: Brighton, Patterns
Jun 06: Paris, La Maroquinerie
Jun 07: Amsterdam, Paradiso Tolhuistuin
Jun 09: Copenhagen, RUST
Jun 11: Berlin, Frannz
Jun 12: Warsaw, Hydrozagadka
Jun 14: Vienna, B72
Jun 16: Zürich, EXIL
Jun 19: Manchester, Academy 2
Jun 20: London, Heaven
In late 2023, girli dropped "Nothing Hurts Like a Girl," accompanied by a provocative music video that candidly explores the highs and lows of relationships. Of the track, Billboard stated "with a throbbing bass line, crisp guitar riffs and a sparkling assortment of synths, girli is dancing the pain away" while Queerty described it as "an explosive pop track that takes you through the wringer in the best way."
'Matriarchy' marks a new phase in girli's artistic journey, emphasizing individuality and empowerment. The album's title track, "Matriarchy," has been hailed as "a fresh era for the outspoken cult heroine" by Clash, serving as a rebellion against the male gaze and a mission statement for an album that promises to rewrite the book on artistic reinvention. Additional inspiration for the album consists of figures like Petra Collins, Sofia Coppola, Patti Smith, Marlene Dietrich, Rupi Kaur, and the Riot Grrrl movement.
People Magazine featured girli on their 2023 list of Emerging Artists, highlighting her exploration of mental health, queer identity, friendships, and more through her music. Praised by NME, Refinery 29, and Bustle, girli's passions extend beyond music as she fearlessly uses her platform to spark conversations around feminism, sexuality, identity, and mental health.In a world where representation matters more than ever, girli is ready to rewrite the rules and inspire positive change through her art.
'Nothing Hurts Like A Girl' Tracklist:
Be With Me
Nothing Hurts Like a Girl
Overthinking
Tokyo
Lose My Cool
Her Too
Crush Me Up
Out of Breath
Made to Break
Kind of Stuck
Feel My Feelings
Poser
Matriarchy
Happier Her
Amelia Toomey, professionally known as girli, is a singer-songwriter from London, England. Through her pop-punk and electric sound, she has released multiple singles and EPs. girli's debut album 'Odd One Out' was released in 2019. Under record label AllPoints, girli releases music about female empowerment, queer relationships and mental health. In 2021, single "More Than a Friend" was released and has since amassed over 53 million streams on Spotify alone. In 2023, People Magazine nominated girli as one of their "Emerging Artists" features. She was also a performer during SXSW Music Festival's LGBTQ+ showcase of artists. girli's sophomore album is to be released this year with an anticipated world tour.
