Ella Thompson - Promise to Keep / Change of Heart
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Ella Thompson continues to build on her rising profile with ‘Promise to Keep’ / ‘Change of Heart’, a two-track release shaped by Naarm/Melbourne’s close-knit soul scene. Working with members of Surprise Chef and Karate Boogaloo, alongside co-writer and producer Liam McGorry and engineer Henry Jenkins, the songs draw on classic soul while staying rooted in a contemporary DIY approach.
‘Promise to Keep’ leans into bright, mid-’60s-inspired groove, with Thompson’s vocal carrying a message of resolve and forward motion. On the flip, ‘Change of Heart’ shifts into slower territory—a dramatic ballad with brooding production, rising falsetto, and sweeping horns that underline its themes of change and release.
Mixed by Wayne Gordon, these recordings highlight Thompson’s instinct for melody and arrangement, offering a clear snapshot of her songwriting and collaborative range.
‘Promise to Keep’ leans into bright, mid-’60s-inspired groove, with Thompson’s vocal carrying a message of resolve and forward motion. On the flip, ‘Change of Heart’ shifts into slower territory—a dramatic ballad with brooding production, rising falsetto, and sweeping horns that underline its themes of change and release.
Mixed by Wayne Gordon, these recordings highlight Thompson’s instinct for melody and arrangement, offering a clear snapshot of her songwriting and collaborative range.
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