After making her alternative pop prowess known with the release of three powerful singles, Tatum’s debut EP Bloodsport reinforces her lyrical narrative of love turned toxic.
The five-track EP, which was released last week and produced by Paul Gala (Bad Future Records), is a medley of love songs about the anguishing ambivalence of being in love with someone who is wholly destructive on every level and the inevitable pain that comes with love.
I caught up with her last week for a crisp and sharp chat.
Alien invasions.
Inspiring.
Never.
Mornings.
It’s my whole life!
Singing live to an audience.
I tripped over my dress once.
Probably Billie Eilish because of her success at such a young age.
Photo albums. I’m not too materialistic.
Because I’m Afrikaans I’ll probably have a brannewyn (sic) [brandy] or a beer.
Coachella.
My music and probably being unapologetically me.
I’d be a game ranger.
Loyal, stubborn, ambitious, adventurous, impulsive.
PHFAT - sex | love | heartbreak
James Deacon - The Calling
Brenda Fassie - Legends
Spoegwolf - Swaartekrag
Hunter As a Horse - The Two Magics
Yoh! Hectic!
T-shirts.
“Lekker” can be used to describe good food, to greet your pal or to tell someone you’re having a good time.
Skydiving.
Being signed to Bad Future and making great music.
Spiders and losing someone I love.
A good old glass of pink gin after a long day.
Blackout of what’s in front of me.
Don’t look down when someone looks up to you.
In the studio.
Thinking of getting involved with an orphanage.
My wish is for more happiness in the world. My dream is a world tour
