EP REVIEW: Chloe Slater - Love Me Please

Few artists capture the tension of modern disillusionment quite like Manchester's Chloe Slater. On her second EP, ‘Love Me Please’, she combines explosive riffs with biting commentary, establishing herself as one of the most compelling voices of her generation. This isn’t just another indie-pop record; it’s a bold declaration, a raw reflection of a generation that is both disillusioned and defiant. 

The EP kicks off with the electric buzz of ‘Tiny Screens’, setting the tone with snarling guitars, tight percussion, and lyrics dripping with frustration. The track critiques the fleeting, shallow nature of digital fame, as Chloe croons "Stuck inside a little box / Talk until the lights turn off". It strikes the perfect balance between assertion and quiet vulnerability, making it a raw, urgent, and instantly addictive opener.

‘Sucker’ follows with swagger, flirting with indie sleaze and rock bravado before ‘We’re Not the Same’ wraps searing class commentary in irresistibly bright hooks. Next comes ‘Fig Tree’, the EP’s emotional core. Slow-burning and deeply vulnerable, its blend of vulnerability and conviction makes it an instant standout, evoking shades of Blur or Smashing Pumpkins. Chloe closes with Imposter, a whispered introspection that erupts into raw, cathartic release—an intimate counterpoint to the EP’s anthemic energy.

With her second EP, Slater refines her sound and sharpens her voice, proving she’s more than ready to stand among the genre’s most astute social commentators. ‘Love Me Please’ is confident, intelligent, and deeply felt—a bold step forward for the rising star.