Rising alt-pop force Gatlin shares sways seamlessly between reclamation and a rebellion on debut album The Eldest Daughter, a coming-of-age sonic tale that takes us through Gatlin's journey of queerness, mental health, gender identity, familial dynamics, and artistic self-discovery.
Built on indie and alt-pop stylings underscored by Americana-tinged textures, the album blends lush instrumentals with sharp lyricism to deliver a record steeped in unflinching honesty and cathartic wit.
From the defiance of album opener “Florida Man,” to the rebellious tones of “Jesus Christ & Country Clubs,” and the introspective layers of “Happy,” the album comes alive with a sense of liberation and revelation as it boldly rejects the values Gatlin was raised with, framed by soaring harmonies and determined delivery.
Unravelling the complex position of being the “eldest daughter” laden with expectations, contradictions and responsibilities, the empowering album turns the theme on its head with a delicate balance of vulnerability and strength.Speaking of the core message of the album, Gatlin says, “This record is me exploring distance and perspective from my past — of owning the good and the bad and how they both informed the way I've made my own life.I know now who I am, where I’m from, and where I’m going.”
Having carved out a solid space for herself as a LGBTQ+ artist and rising creative force, Gatlin’s fearless and intimate exploration of identity awakens courage and clarity across each crisp note.
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