Lord Jane have shared their debut EP Tulips today. Lord Jane’s debut project is a tense, anxious affair – perfectly encapsulating the feelings of listlessness that accompany the struggle of letting mental health issues hinder personal growth and fulfilment. The lyrics explore the desire to break free from the mental chains we often impose on ourselves, with lines like “if I don’t learn how it feels, I’ll waste away by myself”.

On the EP, the band stated, “The literal thread running through each artwork thus far has woven its way through every release, leading to our debut EP. This EP ties it altogether, laying on the table honest themes in a colourful palette of music. From upbeat and disco to gritty, raw moments, each track reflects our process of understanding ourselves and the world around us.”

Titular track ‘Tulips’ captures the full spectrum of the Irish bands sound, with introspective lyricism, tight and structured acoustics and crisp arrangements. The emotive backbone of the song, which addresses intense themes of mental health and wellness, strikes chords in both listener and performer.

The beautifully shot video is explained thusly by the group: “Jamie Neish (Director) captured the fever-dream intensity of the track with visuals so hypnotic, it’s like staring at the sun—you know you shouldn’t, but you can’t look away. The relentless flashing lights mirrors the pulsing and shuffling groove, creating the tension through the verses and choruses, much like its theme of the push and pull of internal struggles. The atmospheric bridge provides a moment to breathe, only to pull you back into the unease, making the experience feel ready to break at any moment.”