ALBUM REVIEW: Gailla, Over The Earth, Under

Sydney folk-pop artist Gailla is here with a message: the political is dearly personal. 

Over The Earth, Under is an album of songs that run deep, inspired by the artist's feelings about climate change, time in activism, and connection to nature.

We open with midden - the sounds of a trickling stream, followed by voices united in protest. It's a fitting segue into Run To, a beautiful folk-pop tune lamenting climate change and asking ‘where can we run to?’

Shape of Change employs deliberately twee country rhythms and sounds as the artist sings sweetly about corrupt people destroying the world. It's an effective juxtaposition

The clever 536, compares the chilly, dark fog of the year 536 to the increasing temperatures of the modern day, while Run To (The Water) manages to combine lyrics about the ravaged earth with a love song sentiment.

Running On Our Own is a catchy rallying cry, and Take Up My Whole Day! a jaunty piece of defiance about activism, both tracks in Gailla's signature gentle folk style. It's simultaneously mellow and powerful.

The album closes out with pippi - more nature sounds, with the echo of protest in the background.

Gailla has created a truly unique piece of work in Over The Earth, Under - a record for the times.

In sum:

ALBUM: Over The Earth, Under

ARTIST: Gailla

RELEASE DATE: November 8, 2024

GENRE: Folk

RECOMMENDED FOR: Anyone concerned about climate change and the planet's future

Listen to Over The Earth, Under and follow Gailla on Instagram.