It’s never too late to discover new artists to include in your playlists! Are you looking for a girl power-collective to listen to this month? Why not try Baby Said’s new EP entitled Who Gives a Rock?
Before diving into their new EP, let’s learn about Baby Said first! Veronica and Jess Pal’s musical journey began at a very young age. Veronica first picked up the acoustic guitar at the age of 6, inspired by a band of guitarists she saw at church. She pursued her passion for music by completing all her guitar exams up to grade 8, transitioning from classical guitar to electric guitar. Jess, on the other hand, started playing acoustic guitar at the age of 4, often playing alongside her sister. After experimenting with keyboards and piano, Jess was drawn to the bass guitar after watching the live performance of Måneskin at Sanremo in 2021.
Their journey as Baby Said was ignited after a summer of busking in 2021. Their talents were quickly recognized, and they were invited to play in local venues, leading to the birth of their covers band, AstroModa. In just two years, they have performed at over 200 gigs all over the country, building their confidence and skills to pursue their goal of writing, recording, and releasing their own original music. In March 2023, Baby Said partnered with Big Hug Management, a significant step in their musical career. With this new collaboration, the sisters chose the name “Baby Said,” inspired by their favourite song, “Baby Said” by their favorite band, Måneskin. Have now been joined by Holly Knowles (Rhythm and BV’s) and Maddie Hackett (Drums).
Baby Said stands poised to captivate the global soundscape, positioning themselves as heralds of a new era in music. Their anthems, infused with a potent message of self-belief and unwavering determination, resonate with the hearts of all who have dared to chase their dreams against the backdrop of adversity.
Who Gives a Rock is a fiery and edgy EP that makes you feel validated with whatever grunge and angst you’re holding in inside of you. It reminds you that it is okay and that each and every one of us held something that needs to be put out there in the world. With its mixture of pop, rock, and punk elements, it will leave you craving for more from Baby Said.
The EP opens up with “Panic Attack.” The track incorporated emotions that you could’ve felt while having a panic attack, hence the title. Those said elements are what spiced up the song. It makes you experience what it felt like going through it by only listening to the song. The drum pattern on this song is such a banger, too!
“Mouth Shut” is the EP’s second song that tells the bystanders in your life to shut up and never assume or comment about your life because, at the end of the day, they’ll never know what is the truth or what is really happening to you, in and out of your mind. The song also reminds the people that the persona is an independent person and can tend to themselves ― all you have to do is to shut up and leave them alone.
The song “You Killed It” talks about how high and mighty one person can be that they themselves are the ones that ruin their lives and reputations. Baby Said made this song as an anthem for those who thought they were the main characters in this world, who thinks highly of themselves, and are bound to fall eventually due to their doings.
The EP ended with the banger that is “Fight”. It is highly energetic and the perfect ender for the EP for it talks about being strong, resilient, and fighting back for what is right. It gently reminds you that “You don’t run from a fight.” Its instrumental and heavy arrangement perfectly fits the theme of the track.
Want to experience Who Gives a Rock? The EP will be available in the 21st of June on all music streaming platforms. Make sure to also follow Baby Said’s social media platforms for more news and updates about the band.
You can also catch the band live at One of the Uk’s biggest Festival ‘Reading and Leeds’ 21st -25th August
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About the Author
Angel Mariah Rodiel – Mari to the people she’s fond of – is a BA Literature student currently studying in Central Luzon State University. Writing, arts, and music are some of the things she’s been most passionate about ever since she was a kid. Mari’s little dream is to build a band that will open for Paramore’s concert someday. Pop-punk and alternative rock are her comfort music genres, K-pop and J-rock comes close as third and fourth.
