Known as one of Australia’s most in-demand songwriters and producers from a young age, Jerome Farah has finally released his long-awaited debut project, 'Chlorine'. A collection of music he describes as being completely and authentically representative of who he is, as an artist and as a human, 'Chlorine' is engaging and heartfelt; mixing self-aware lyrics with rich production and musicality.
Written and self-produced by Jerome himself, the project saw him link with engineer Richard Stolz in building a recording environment where the tracks - some new to the catalogue, others over five years in the making - would carry a cohesive energy. Weaving a love for R&B with threads of the alternative, and even heavy rock music he grew up on, the EP’s title track ‘Chlorine’ epitomises the sheer breadth of talent that Jerome Farah has become known for.
Speaking on the EP and singles, Jerome explains: “They’re all different waves but this project in particular, is the first time I’m letting people see the real me. It’s like I’m coming out to the world in a way that I’ve always hidden. I’ve hidden these parts of me which are these slow, ballad songs; these songs that are talking about relationships with myself and these darker sides. The exciting part is that I don’t need to hide behind hype beats; I’m excited that my true form is going to come out.”
The EP's title track, 'Chlorine', perfectly encapsulates Farah's versatility. Weaving R&B influences with elements of alternative and rock, it's a testament to the breadth of his musical palette. Recent singles like the playful 'Can't Drive Stick' and the introspective 'R.I.P.' further demonstrate Farah's ability to navigate a wide range of emotions.
In Jerome’s music, there is passion and soul; as well as a brand of playfulness that blends beautifully with moments of vulnerability, introspection and lyrical strength. First heard on ‘I Can’t Breathe’ in 2020, Jerome’s talent as a wordsmith was evident; the potential harnessed by the artist tapped into with urgency and poignancy in good measure. Across several subsequent releases including the potent ‘Mikey Might’ and ‘Vibrate’, as well as collaborations with Tash Sultana and Winston Surfshirt, Jerome’s core sound became further refined. Cleverly, his sonic vision is one that can’t be defined by any sole blanket term.
Though the creation of 'Chlorine' was, largely, a solitary experience for Jerome, the concept of it finally becoming public is one that used to frighten him. But as he has stepped further into the spirit and power that permeates the release, the fear has been replaced by inspiration. If the truth sets one free, 'Chlorine' is Jerome Farah in his freest form.
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