Evie Balfe is a dream pop singer songwriter now based in London, but originally from a little closer to home – the other side of the Humber Estuary in Lincolnshire. She first came to my attention earlier this year through her moody track Wearing A Crown, and now she’s back with a new one exploring her struggles with sexuality. It’s called Toxicity.

By Graeme Smith

Feature photo by James Albarn

Toxicity is the kind of song that draws you in from the very beginning. Stripped-back keys open things and provide simple accompaniment for Evie’s compelling vocals. Evie is bisexual and the lyrics speak of the struggles with homophobia the LGBT+ community still endure. It’s powerful stuff.

Evie channels influences including London Grammar and Holly Humberstone in her work, but her story is uniquely hers. You can check out Toxicity below.