Brooklyn-based songwriter Janet LaBelle releases her single, “Day in the Sun,” via her own label, Wild Violet Records on Friday, September 13th alongside a music video. In support of her new release, LaBelle will be performing at Sleepwalk in Brooklyn, NY, on Sunday, August 25th and at Our Wicked Lady in Brooklyn, NY, on Tuesday, September 24th.
LaBelle is a staple of the Brooklyn scene, as a front woman, a touring instrumentalist (most notably performing with Jimmy Destri of Blondie), and most importantly, a forward-thinking producer, rapidly turning song sketches into fleshed out nuanced works. With five EPs and several singles to date, “Day in the Sun,” is a sonic continuation of LaBelle’s previous releases, lyrically exploring her affinity for the California coastline and the meaningful simplicity of hiking with a friend.
“Day in the Sun” was recorded at Studio G in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, alongside producer Evan Taylor (Bernie Worrell, Purple Witch of Culver) and engineer Tony Maimone (Pere Ubu, They Might Be Giants). “The recording process for “Day in the Sun” was magical and effortless,” LaBelle states, “It was especially enjoyable to write a song that would feature horns–something I had never done before.”
Today Glide is offering an exclusive premiere of “Day in the Sun” along with its music video. Inspired by a pleasant hike with a friend, the song carries a 60s folk-pop sound that is sunny and soulful. The song bounces along with Labelle’s vibrant vocals drifting dreamily over a buoyant horn section and her simple, playful keys. This is a song about making happy memories in life’s little moments, and the video provides a fitting visual that matches the mood while also complementing the song’s throwback vibes.
“Day in the Sun” developed from a desire that I had to take a positive memory and relive the experience. I’m realizing as I get older how important it is to have positive memories to reflect on during difficult times. The song was very visual for me to write and started with a simple concept of describing a journey. I always find it interesting that there’s so much sonic and visual complexity that goes into communicating a simple thought. – Janet Labelle
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