Normally, it takes feeling out of place to truly find where you belong. That’s the energy naya mö captures in her latest single, “outsider”, a bold and brooding shoegaze anthem that balances introspection with rebellion. Released on January 10, this track marks another thrilling step in her gritty alternative evolution.
From the opening chords, “outsider” pulls you into its hazy, 90s rock-inspired atmosphere. The layered guitars hum with fuzz and reverb, but it’s naya’s hauntingly dynamic vocals that steal the show—soft yet powerful, like the calm before a storm. There’s an undeniable emotional gravity here, amplified by the downtempo rhythm that lingers, giving the song space to breathe and swell. It’s the kind of track that feels at once heavy and strangely soothing, as if it’s leading you through darkness only to guide you out the other side.
naya describes the track as an anthem for anyone who’s felt lost or out of sync with the world around them. That frustration simmers throughout the verses, but by the time the chorus kicks in, there’s a sense of defiance that cuts through the gloom. You can hear the determination in her voice, as if she’s daring the chaos to step aside. It’s deeply relatable and oddly empowering, making it easy to connect with, even on the first listen.
This track follows November’s “wanderlust”, a mystical, underground-leaning indie rock gem, and sets the stage for her debut EP, “dealing with ghosts”, out February 21, 2025. The EP promises to dive deeper into the themes of memory and identity, soaked in distortion and reverberating with shadowy beauty. If “outsider” is anything to go by, we’re in for a collection of tracks that hit hard but stick like echoes in the soul.
About naya mö:
French singer-songwriter naya mö is quickly carving out a space for herself in the indie-alt scene. Hailing from Bordeaux, she’s come a long way since opening for The 1975 in 2023. Collaborations with Remi Aguilella and Bartees Strange have shaped her into a fearless storyteller with a penchant for gritty, shoegaze-infused rock. Her influences—PJ Harvey, Slowdive, and Blondshell—shine through, but her sound is distinctly her own: raw, bold, and utterly magnetic.
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