Dutch New Wave duo ‘Pol’ drop their highly anticipated self-titled debut EP. Consisting of brothers Ruben and Matthijs Pol their latest 5-track offering looks to bring New Wave to the forefront once again with their dynamic take on the genre. The lead single off the EP ‘L’Amour Fait Mal’ exemplifies this sound, crafting a rich analogue soundscape of textured synth lines and driving drum beats that sit behind a characteristically wistful vocal performance that ties the track together. Speaking on the track Pol states “’L’Amour Fait Mal’ is a harmonious blend of upbeat energy and poignant melancholy, encapsulating the essence of a new-wave love song.” Highly expressive in their songwriting the brothers took inspiration from their own personal experiences and self-exploration while writing the EP, examining personal challenges such as dealing with toxic masculinity and finding their place in the world, as well as the complex web of relationships with the people around them. Behind a backdrop of their alluring new wave sound sees Pol weave elements of post-punk and glam rock to create compelling compositions unique to them. Speak on the EP Pol explains, “Many of the songs carry deeper personal meanings beyond their initial simplicity. This emotional journey has been both heavy and rewarding, as we refused to settle for anything less than our best (with our current capabilities).” Based out of Amsterdam, Pol has released three singles from the EP to date, ‘Comme Ça’, ‘Boys Are’ and ‘Modern Strange Love’, garnering praise from the likes of Vogue Netherlands, CLASH Magazine and Record Of The Day to name a few while achieving over 1million streams across Spotify. Beyond music the two brothers channel forms of expression from their work in the high-fashion industry, modelling for various fashion houses (Saint Laurent, Gucci, Fendi, Valentino, Dior, to name a few). Now with the release of their debut EP, Pol looks to capitalise on their previous success as they aim to bring their own brand of new wave to the masses.
