AVAWAVES, the international, contemporary virtuoso duo comprising Anna Phoebe and Aisling Brouwer, release their third studio album, ‘Heartbeat’, via One Little Independent Records.

A transportive and euphoric meeting of violin, piano and synth, the album embraces a fusion of modern composition, ambient and electronic styles while incorporating the pair’s acclaimed soundtrack work.

Thematically, ‘Heartbeat’ represents strength, resolve and moving forward.

‘Heartbeat’ was produced and mixed with TJ Allen (Bat For Lashes, Portishead, Hannah Peel, Anna Calvi) and features vocals from Imogen Williams of Imogen and the Knife.

This release marks a significant musical evolution for the duo, incorporating their soundtrack experience and returning to the collaborative process that shaped their debut record.

AVAWAVES’ creative approach is grounded in live performance, crafting compositions by immersing themselves in the emotions of the space - a process challenged by lockdowns and physical distance.

Drawing inspiration from visual elements, the duo create soundscapes that evoke colours, scenes and stories, akin to scores for an imaginary film.

Anna and Aisling believe instrumental music provides a universal language that invites listeners to engage fully, embracing vulnerability and heightened individual emotions. For them, this openness to interpretation is where true meaning lies.

“Beautiful” - Mary Anne Hobbs, BBC 6 Music

“Distinctive shimmering sound… so gorgeous” - Elizabeth Alker, BBC Radio 3

Tracklisting:
1. Heartbeat
2. Earth
3. Bones
4. Mood
5. Escape
6. Nightdrive
7. Rumour
8. Sleep Tight
9. Raindrop
10. Crush