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The surprise EP finds the Nigerian powerhouse exploring self, home, romance, and spiritual reflection in her most intimate work yet
Irina Atanasiu | 4th December 2025
New York-born, Los Angeles-based alternative artist Zuloh has released his debut EP ‘Confrontations’, a four-track sonic experience which blends 2010s indie rock sounds with electronic and dance-pop sensibilities. Growing up on alternative-rock festivals as well as live electronic music, Zuloh’s musical influences are evident throughout this EP, with sounds that are reminiscent of bands such as Two Door Cinema Club and The Wombats as well as Porter Robinson and even Twenty One Pilots.
Zuloh’s EP takes listeners on a nostalgic and emotionally cathartic journey through a modern, self-reflective lens. The first track on the EP ‘Innerkid’ immediately sets the tone with bold guitars, crisp vocals and modern production that balances polish with raw energy. In ‘Innerkid’, Zuloh reflects on the loss of innocence and urges the subject to reconnect with their inner child.
The second track and my personal favourite on the EP ‘Nothing to you’ explores heartbreak and unrequited love. The recurring line “How can I still be a product made by two, if what you mean to me means nothing to you” carries a sharp emotional sting which is bound to resonate with listeners that have struggled with the pain of one-sided love. Sonically, this track could easily sit alongside songs from Bombay Bicycle Club or The 1975’s debut album, with its vibrant indie-rock energy and vulnerable lyricism.
‘Say it to my face’ is consistent with the previous two tracks on the EP, combining high-energy production with raw lyricism. Zuloh confronts rumours and resentment and challenges the subject to “stand next to” the words they say and to say them directly to his face. This fun indie-rock banger serves as catharsis for anyone who has ever faced hidden hostility.
The EP’s lead single and closer “Life is mine” serves as an anthem of self-ownership and neatly ties together the themes explored throughout the EP. The track has an infectious beat that is bound to get listeners on their feet and dancing.
With ‘Confrontations’, Zuloh reclaims the 2010’s indie-rock sound and makes it his own through new, modern textures. Each track on this project tells a different story that is true to Zuloh’s experiences as a young artist. Although this is only his debut EP, I have no doubt that Zuloh will make big moves in the industry in the near future.
Rating: 9/10 – A bold and promising EP that takes a familiar sound and puts a new, unique spin on it.
Zulo – ‘Confrontation’ EP review: exploring love in all its forms
The surprise EP finds the Nigerian powerhouse exploring self, home, romance, and spiritual reflection in her most intimate work yet
New York-born, Los Angeles-based alternative artist Zuloh has released his debut EP ‘Confrontations’, a four-track sonic experience which blends 2010s indie rock sounds with electronic and dance-pop sensibilities. Growing up on alternative-rock festivals as well as live electronic music, Zuloh’s musical influences are evident throughout this EP, with sounds that are reminiscent of bands such as Two Door Cinema Club and The Wombats as well as Porter Robinson and even Twenty One Pilots.
Zuloh’s EP takes listeners on a nostalgic and emotionally cathartic journey through a modern, self-reflective lens. The first track on the EP ‘Innerkid’ immediately sets the tone with bold guitars, crisp vocals and modern production that balances polish with raw energy. In ‘Innerkid’, Zuloh reflects on the loss of innocence and urges the subject to reconnect with their inner child.
The second track and my personal favourite on the EP ‘Nothing to you’ explores heartbreak and unrequited love. The recurring line “How can I still be a product made by two, if what you mean to me means nothing to you” carries a sharp emotional sting which is bound to resonate with listeners that have struggled with the pain of one-sided love. Sonically, this track could easily sit alongside songs from Bombay Bicycle Club or The 1975’s debut album, with its vibrant indie-rock energy and vulnerable lyricism.
‘Say it to my face’ is consistent with the previous two tracks on the EP, combining high-energy production with raw lyricism. Zuloh confronts rumours and resentment and challenges the subject to “stand next to” the words they say and to say them directly to his face. This fun indie-rock banger serves as catharsis for anyone who has ever faced hidden hostility.
The EP’s lead single and closer “Life is mine” serves as an anthem of self-ownership and neatly ties together the themes explored throughout the EP. The track has an infectious beat that is bound to get listeners on their feet and dancing.
With ‘Confrontations’, Zuloh reclaims the 2010’s indie-rock sound and makes it his own through new, modern textures. Each track on this project tells a different story that is true to Zuloh’s experiences as a young artist. Although this is only his debut EP, I have no doubt that Zuloh will make big moves in the industry in the near future.
Rating: 9/10 – A bold and promising EP that takes a familiar sound and puts a new, unique spin on it.