Rella’s debut album “ETERNAL” is a deeply evocative and honestly beautiful exploration of the human condition, capturing the essence of melancholy with its moody, introspective soundscapes. Through a courteous blend of bedroom pop and hip-hop, Rella delivers thirteen tracks that featuring guest appearances by Tommy Ice and Mitch, to put together a record that’s inherently melancholic but founded on very real experiences that shaped who he is.
The journey begins with the opening piece “BELONG,” which is a much more stripped down acoustic pop/rap fusion that showcases Rella’s melodic tenacity. Rella’s bedroom studio in New Zealand served as the crucible for this musical opus, and the resulting sound is deeply personal and raw. The album serves as a testament to Rella’s resilience in the face of adversity, stemming from personal experiences that most can only imagine.
Each track on “ETERNAL” is a sonic canvas, painting a vivid picture of the tumultuous journey through life’s trials and tribulations. Songs like BROKEN showcase the emo rap and trap pairing in the best of light, a large soundscape that hits its crescendo with such a verve as he sings “Lately I’ve been broken”.
Throughout the album, themes of grief, loss, and the unpredictable nature of existence intertwine, offering a poignant reflection on the human condition. Rella’s ability to convey things that are dire and painful through simple and digestible moments makes his music just so relatable and infectious. ROCKSTAR is an understandable lead single, an immediate pop hit that you’re bound to be hitting on replay, especially the “Who do you? Belong to” section.
“ETERNAL” is a cathartic rollercoaster of a journey, marked by personal turmoil and resilience. It’s a sombre project but one that’s bound to have track after track for you to be replaying.