Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice – Bombshell
The colorful and creative song “Bombshell” pays tribute to Hedy Lamarr, the Hollywood actress whose talent went well beyond the screen. An ethereal, dreamy vibe is created by the song’s opening soft beats and Florence and the Machine-inspired vocals. Strong acid bass lines and quick beats push the song toward dancefloor classic status around the 30-second mark, when it enters full-on dance zone. Warmth and nostalgia are added into the song by the Soul background vocals, enhancing this modern club atmosphere. The chorus, when the song’s modern electronic beat meets melodic ideas from the 1960s and 1970s, is what really sticks out. The futuristic dancing components and the retro-inspired Soul harmonies are a perfect match, celebrating Lamarr’s dual heritage as a representation of Old Hollywood. By combining historical sounds with modern electronic energy, “Bombshell” eventually feels more like a musical celebration of a lady who was ahead of her time than a fitting tribute.
