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Single Release: 29.01.2025
Single Title: Cold Brew (Digital)
ISRC Code: USA2B2405485

Label: Duchess Box Records
Promotion: Snowhite PR

"Cold Brew" Captures the Bittersweet Aftermath of Heartbreak.

"Cold Brew" the new single from Berlin based Danish jazz influenced artist Line Gøttsche is released on 29th January via Duchess Box Records.

The new track Cold Brew delves deep into the bittersweet emotions following a breakup, vividly portraying the juxtaposition of joy and sorrow that define the aftermath of love lost. The song resonates with listeners by reflecting on the good that once united a couple and the challenges that eventually pulled them apart.

The song's journey began at the upright piano in the Berlin home of its creator, who envisioned it as the first piece for a new album. While there was no clear direction for the project at the time, inspiration from years of listening to Aretha Franklin's recordings and Joni Mitchell's Court and Spark became apparent in the final composition.

As the writing of Cold Brew progressed, it became evident that the song called for a traditional band arrangement featuring drums, bass, and guitar−a setup the artist had not previously explored. The recording process started on a warm May day in a studio near Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, where the foundational tracks of main vocals, bass, and drums were laid down. The transformation from a solo piano piece to a fully realized trio recording was described as magical, akin to watching a bud bloom into a vibrant flower.

Building upon the initial trio, additional layers were carefully crafted to enhance the song's texture. Keys, saxophone, percussion, and backing vocals were added to create a rich and dynamic arrangement. One standout feature is the Spanish guitar performance by Pedro Så, who recorded his part remotely from Rio. His fully composed contribution captures both the pain and humor of the song's narrative with remarkable elegance and depth.

Cold Brew is a striking example of how intimate storytelling can be elevated through collaboration and intricate instrumentation. It offers a moving portrait of heartbreak and healing, blending heartfelt lyrics with a rich musical tapestry that leaves a lasting impact.

Line Gøttsche was born in Randers, Denmark. Line was born into a family of musicians and from the age of 8 years old she begun playing classical violin. Later studying to become a linguist and graduated with a masters thesis in Marcel Proust. Line was part of many musc projects including the drum & bass indie fusion project Belle Ville and lent her voice to other projects including collaborations with producers Borneland and Falcon Punch which the only three released tracks again more than 10 million streams on Spotify.