What if you had one moment left to tell your story? Stella Bridie’s EP debut excavates that impetus, arriving as a songwriter with conviction. Confident with every move, deeply intentional, indebted to having the final word, Speaking Terms calls on perspective – moments of pain are inevitable, but they don’t have to ruin your life. In contrast to the handful of singles to her name before this year, Bridie faces fear with humour and stoicism to address the inner and external uglies that hinder.
Of the creative process, Stella explains, “Writing this EP felt like hammering in nails, in the best way. Every word felt final, every choice carried weight. Making it with Gab Strum, and a whole host of collaborators I respect and love, was such a special experience because even the most vulnerable moments felt safe and insulated. There are so many conversations we never get to have, or times when we can’t make people understand us, but with songwriting, you can play out those narratives on your own terms – and then hopefully put them away.”