Giirls is the solo project of French musician Brice Delourmel, who is also known for his work with Dead and Future. At the end of 2024, he returned with the second opus of Giirls, an 8-track album that feels like a time capsule transporting listeners back to the early 80s. The icy, vintage Electro soundscapes evoke a wealth of Cold-Wave nostalgia, with moments that resemble an Electro-infused version of The Cure. While the songs exude a chilly, atmospheric vibe, they simultaneously feel dreamy and haunting. The album concludes with an instrumental track whose melody carries echoes of Q. Lazzarus, leaving a lasting impression. Each track unfolds gradually, building toward an emotional climax. However, the album’s brevity -featuring just 8 tracks, leaves you wishing for more. This release solidifies Giirls as a project worth following for fans of moody, retro-inspired soundscapes. (Rating:7½).

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About Giirls

Giirls is the solo electronic darkwave project of Brice Delourmel, based in Paris, France. Delourmel self-released the singles “Under” and “Far Life” in 2015, before issuing his debut album, “Far Reality,” on Lamina Records in 2020. “Time Of Glass,” released at the end of 2024 on Icy Cold Records and Lamina Records, is his latest album under the Giirls name.

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