MOLTENO dives into emotion on her sublime alt-pop offering 'Treading Water'

MOLTENO’s latest single 'Treading Water' is an enchanting plunge into the delicate turbulence of love, a track where intimacy and vulnerability flow like currents through each note. As the first glimpse into her forthcoming EP 'Element 3', it’s immediately clear that the East London artist is at the top of her craft, weaving a soundscape that feels as boundless as it does personal.

Opening with hypnotic piano motifs that ripple and shimmer, 'Treading Water' carries us through a gentle undertow of orchestral swells and ambient textures, each layer perfectly calibrated to mirror the push and pull of desire. MOLTENO’s vocals are at once fragile and commanding, drawing comparisons to the ethereal worlds of Björk and Bat For Lashes, yet distinctly her own. There’s a sense of suspension throughout, as if every chord and swell is caught mid-motion, balancing between the serenity of being held and the anxiety of letting go.

But what truly sets 'Treading Water' apart is its immersive storytelling. The song explores love’s duality with precision, honesty, and artistry. From the intimate textures born in her bedroom studio to the lush collaborative production, MOLTENO crafts a world where sound and emotion are inseparable.

Already championed by a multitude of tastemakers for her previous material, 'Treading Water' is a testament to her ability to conjure fully realised worlds in a single song. MOLTENO proves once again that alt-pop can be both cinematic and profoundly human, and in doing so, she cements herself as one of the most compelling voices of her generation.