Blending synth-pop with the ultra-chic, visionary singer-songwriter Alfreda is back with her new single, “Guest Room.” Following the success of “Nude” and “Lipstick,” Alfreda blurs the boundaries of her artistic expression, merging fantasy and reality with a touch of old Hollywood glamour for good measure.
“Guest Room” opens with luxurious piano keys and Alfreda’s captivating voice, telling a story of young love and unexpected rejection. The dreamy reverie is shattered when the narrator is assigned to the guest room instead of sharing a bed with their lover, complimented by avant-garde pop production and bluesy undertones, captures the bittersweet tension of longing and disappointment.
Reflecting on her personal inspiration, Alfreda shares:
“I remembered the time I was spending the weekend with my first boyfriend’s family. It would be the first time I’d spent a night with him, so I was expecting to be sharing a bed and using the time to get closer. But upon arrival, I was put in a separate room, and I took great offense. The rejection I felt was certainly disproportionate for the situation, but it taps into a deep place of neglect and a feeling of abandonment. I had a lot of emotions and wasn’t sure how to control them.”
Alfreda’s vulnerability and emotional honesty are hallmarks of her art-pop style. Her live performances, often incorporating burlesque elements, create a safe and evocative space for her audience. With “Guest Room,” Alfreda continues to enchant.
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Photo credit: Stanley Dunmore
