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Lou Hayter
Cherry On Top
Be Pop /- Cat No: BEPOP001
- updated:2021-09-29
UK reissue specialists BE WITH have launched a brand-new series, BE POP, dedicated to introducing top-quality pop music — and the first release is a solo EP from LOU HAYTER, the female singer-songwriter and former member of indie disco-rock band NEW YOUNG PONY CLUB, who debuted on TIRK with the sensational hit "ICE CREAM"!
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We love pop music. Youve probably noticed. Witness our vinyl love-ins with Kylie, Róisín and Cassie if this has somehow passed you by. So when Lou Hayter (London-based musician, style-DJ to the stars, one of our besties) asked us to put her sumptuous funk-lite hit Cherry On Top on vinyl it felt like a neat fit. But this isnt just any old Be With record. We decided such a monumental track would make the perfect inaugural release on Be Pop, our new, most likely sporadically active, side-label.
For those not paying attention in 2005, Lou Hayter was the keyboardist in Mercury nominated electro-pop outfit New Young Pony Club (who were a really good band, beyond the hype, and arguably a little ahead of their time) and she is currently one half of electronic duo Tomorrows World, a project with Airs Jean-Benoît Dunckel. Her comeback single Cherry On Top originally appeared in late October 2018, but as a digital only concern. Unsurprisingly it caused a blog stir (Gorilla vs Bear correctly gushed) and what seemed like 6 Musics entire roster of DJs had it on repeat.
But its not a proper single unless you can buy it in a record shop. So accordingly weve issued it as a full picture sleeve 12″, pressed on white vinyl. And just to make certain, the instrumental and a cappella are on the flip. This is our homage to the classic dance/pop 12″ singles of the late 80s and early 90s.
Riding an infectious sample of Marc Jordans yacht-rock classic Generalities, its a glistening, sun-soaked daydreamy jam, perfect for convertibles, pool parties, and roller-discos. Its quite delicious. Whilst its pop without question, it wouldnt be a Lou Hayter track without ice-cool nods to other magical genres; with Italo flec
For those not paying attention in 2005, Lou Hayter was the keyboardist in Mercury nominated electro-pop outfit New Young Pony Club (who were a really good band, beyond the hype, and arguably a little ahead of their time) and she is currently one half of electronic duo Tomorrows World, a project with Airs Jean-Benoît Dunckel. Her comeback single Cherry On Top originally appeared in late October 2018, but as a digital only concern. Unsurprisingly it caused a blog stir (Gorilla vs Bear correctly gushed) and what seemed like 6 Musics entire roster of DJs had it on repeat.
But its not a proper single unless you can buy it in a record shop. So accordingly weve issued it as a full picture sleeve 12″, pressed on white vinyl. And just to make certain, the instrumental and a cappella are on the flip. This is our homage to the classic dance/pop 12″ singles of the late 80s and early 90s.
Riding an infectious sample of Marc Jordans yacht-rock classic Generalities, its a glistening, sun-soaked daydreamy jam, perfect for convertibles, pool parties, and roller-discos. Its quite delicious. Whilst its pop without question, it wouldnt be a Lou Hayter track without ice-cool nods to other magical genres; with Italo flec
After leaving NYPC, British singer LOU HAYTER kept busy with TOMORROW'S WORLD, her project with JEAN-BENOÎT DUNCKEL of veteran French electro-pop duo AIR, as well as units like THE NEW SINS — and here comes her solo single! With MARTIN DUBKA, known for his work in CIRCLE SKY alongside BEYOND THE WIZARD'S SLEEVE, on production duties, she delivers "Cherry On Top," a refreshing Balearic cut that moves from modern funk with breezy, wailing guitar into electronic pop! Instrumental and a cappella versions included — recommended for fans of MIDNIGHT RUNNERS, SOCIAL LOVER and the Bay Area boogie-funk scene.