Mari Kattman – Year Of The Katt (Digital/CD Album – Metropolis)
We know Mari Kattman primarily for her numerous vocal performances, as well as for her involvement in projects like Helix (withTom Shear), The Joy Thieves, and Mari & The Ghost. She has also released several solo albums and now returns in that capacity with her first release on Metropolis Records. This new opus was written and produced entirely by Mari herself. It apparently took a considerable amount of time to complete, but the result is impressive.
Mari Kattman is, first and foremost, a voice—at times sensual and fragile, at others powerful and full of passion. But now there is also her music, which charts a course somewhere between EBM and Electro-Pop. Some tracks evoke the raw energy of And One, while others feature infectious choruses that captivate the listener. The lyrics range from witty to deeply personal, adding an intimate and emotional layer to the work.
Not every track is equally convincing, but the standouts are well worth your attention. This is more than just a commendable effort—it’s a strong and even defining album, one that lays a solid foundation for Mari Kattman to build on in the future. (Rating:8).
Listen to “The Worst”:
https://marikattman.bandcamp.com/track/the-worst
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