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    ONES TO WATCH MERMAIDENS

    Dec 06, 2019 3 minutes
    WORDS SAM ROBERTS

    Look Me In The Eye is the third album from acclaimed Wellington-based band Mermaidens. Drawing on the influences of Warpaint, PJ Harvey and a multitude of riff-orientated rock bands, guitarist Gussie Larkin (above right) and her bandmates Lily West (left) and Abe Hollingsworth (centre) have pushed their sonic limits, producing a vibrant and exploratory new LP.

    The viewpoints of both singers and frontwomen help frame the new album, allowing them to create a dialogue on both female collaboration and friendship.

    Gussie’s tireless work ethic and love for the guitar is apparent throughout

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