Korean American songwriter and lead singer of indie band Eternal Summers, Nicole Yun, has released her latest album, "Matter." Growing up as the sole Asian representative in her classes and even in the indie rock scene, Yun's experiences with discrimination and exclusion have deeply influenced her music. Her brutally honest lyrics in "Like Never Before" address her ongoing feelings of foreignness in her birth country.
Recorded in Brooklyn and Roanoke, Virginia, "Matter" is the album fans have been waiting for from Nicole. Collaborating with talented musicians such as Joe Boyer (Cloud Nothings), Jacob Sloan (The Pains of Being Pure at Heart), Tom Barrett (Overlake), and Duncan Lloyd (Maximo Park), Yun has created a powerful sound that harkens back to the nineties guitar rock of bands like Guided by Voices, Sonic Youth, and Belly.
But "Matter" goes beyond its influences, incorporating elements of punk and riot grrrl with its frank discussions of societal injustices. In this way, the album is reminiscent of the work of Bikini Kill and Sleater-Kinney. Yun's courageous honesty and vulnerability are sure to resonate with listeners, making "Matter" an important and timely addition to the indie rock scene.
As Nicole Yun continues to explore her identity and experiences through her music, fans can expect to see even more depth and growth in her work. Keep an eye out for tour dates and future releases from this talented songwriter and her band, Eternal Summers.
