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30 November 2023
Dionne, an esteemed multi-instrumentalist famed for her work within Florence + The Machine, has come out with an entirely self-written and self-produced debut solo EP entitled Give Me Vogue.
Give Me Vogue takes listeners on an intentional rollercoaster of sound and emotion, full of joy and “ecstasy” (as Dionne cries out on the title track) and poignant heartache.
Give Me Vogue is demonstrative of an artist that has been in working in the industry for a while, it’s polished, succinct and it’s wholly original whilst not being afraid to show off it’s influences. Indeed Dionne has been in the music industry for some time, building a name for herself as a multi-instrumentalist live performer and backing vocalist for Laura Mvula and then taking on a similar role within Florence + The Machine since 2018.
Dionne is a well versed performer, and a formidable vocalist, so when listening to Give Me Vogue, the first thing that stands out is that it doesn’t sound like a debut – and I mean this in the most complimentary sense. Give Me Vogue feels established, self assured and completely authentic to Dionne. The production is immense, carefully considered and vibrant, which is extremely impressive for a self-produced debut. The only telltale sign that this is Dionne’s first solo venture into the limelight is that on Give Me Vogue you feel Dionne bursting to tell her truth, something which she does incredibly beautifully.
Give Me Vogue begins with ‘One’, an introspective reflection on a heartbreaking event witnessed worldwide. Despite the melancholic themes, Dionne delivers a message of hope through the track and a reminder to never give up in the face of adversity and sadness. Dionne presents as an exceptionally optimistic performer and so it is a poignant moment of rumination on this EP
Following this lament on the past, listeners are quickly and joyously brought back to the present with the eponymous ‘Give Me Vogue’. The track begins by compelling listeners to be in the moment with a literal countdown. This intro appears to sample a space shuttle launch with background calls of “lift off” as the song begins. What follows is part contemporary dance pop, part 2000s throwback with nods to early Rihanna in the upbeat, killer tone as well on the vocal timbre of the verses. In the wake of the pandemic and its consequential excessive isolation and parasocial influences, many of us have been left with a lingering feeling of anxiety, separation and low self-esteem, but on Give Me Vogue, Dionne inspires listeners and brings hope and happiness to the forefront. Quite honestly, It’s a belting tune and is sure to be a fan favourite.
On the final track, Golden Boy, Dionne encapsulates the struggle and joys of insecurity; when the path is unclear and you’re free to explore and find yourself. Golden Boy can be summed up with the one line: “you don’t know what the future holds, give everything”. It’s a catchy and soncially brilliant tune with R&B and soul influences delivered through mesmeric and captivating vocals.
On this EP, Dionne delivers a powerful story of hope, resilience and giving all you can.
Speaking about the EP, Dionne stated:
“I wrote what I was feeling most intensely and what I knew needed to be shared. I love reading Edward Enninful’s editor letters in Vogue; his zest for life, boldness and championing of others really resonates with me. This whole EP is me being hype woman to everyone listening including myself; I want to cheer people on and help them find their inner confidence. Give Me Vogue has been a long time in the making and I’m so happy to be finally ready to share it with the world. I’m sure my fans will love it and I hope it connects with new fans who might just need a little inspiration and encouragement in these difficult times!”
Give me vogue is a testament to Dionne’s character, it is filled with exuberance, optimism and joy. It’s a rallying cry to embrace the unknown; to move out of ones comfort zone and dive head first into everything. It is only through this process of insecurity that we gain confidence and find out that we are capable of more than we ever imagined!
Following the release of this EP, Dionne has created her first ever live event as a solo artist, where she set to perform all tracks from Give Me Vogue. This multi-instrumentalist has already proved herself to be a mightily impressive performer through her work with other musicians, so her first solo live venture is sure to be spectacular!
