The aging process hits us all differently but the one constant is inevitability. How we deal with this unfortunate juncture, like Manchester’s Isla Rico, can be a struggle. Such is their new release “maliblues,” first taste of their debut EP Eternal Optimist [out Nov. 3]

[This song] is all about wanting to relax and not keep up with the chase but ultimately losing that battle and ending up consumed by the night and all that goes with it.

Been there, done that! But DH will gladly revisit those days with this breezy, alt-pop vibe’r. Hazy and heady rhythms meet accessible lyricism in the middle of electro atmospherics which makes for reflective moment and memorable listen.

Stream below, snag a copy courtesy of the crew themselves, and spread that social love:

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