Artist Close-Up: Lila Drew Puts Love On A Locket At Ludlow

When we think of passion, we think it is this massive force like, an explosion. We picture someone combusting with feelings and thrusting their voice and body all over the place like an uncontrollable fire. Yet, most of the time, passion simmers before it actually burns. Instead, it is this slow, boiling version of love that heats up at the sign of heartbreak or romantic connection. Lila Drew captured that at Ludlow House, and that is why she is one to watch. 

In concert, Lila draws on the subtle, cosmic nature of passion. We think that because it is a feeling within us that it is not universal, but tracks like, “Take It Back” and “Nothing/Seconds” proved passion is everywhere. Yet, most of us, hide it because it is not easy to reveal the part of you that scares you. Passion can be uncontrollable and unlimited, of which Lila, wearing a long white dress, felt like a steadying angel; moving in place as if to sage the air with her vocal clarity. She was a young, higher being holding your hand through the sides of you that you are not quite ready to embrace but know you are losing your tenacity to hide. After all, passion and desire are bound, and Lila Drew’s music focuses on how a challenge to your dream proves how badly you want it. 

Lila Drew – take it back [Official Video]

Vocally, Lila feels like a mash between Lana Del Rey and Jojo. Yes, those are two contrasting forces, but they meet under a veil of retro swag. They are futuristic classics; ladies using their songs to paint their relationship woes with color. Moreover, the blend meekness and sweetness into their personalities. Thus, when they sing, it is like they become personas of heartache. In summoning such an aesthetic, Lila Drew proved to her crowd that she is going to be massive. When you turn to an artist, you turn to an aesthetic, and fashionably lovelorn never runs out of style. For More Information On Lila Drew Click Here.

Lila Drew – november [Official Video]