Being a twenty year old can be a confusing but formative time for any woman and the chaotic fathoms of Mhairi's debut single 'Crystalline' go some way to explain the raging internal battles. Although full of spontaneous conflict and rumbling moments of darkness, there is still a strength bubbling beneath and the young newcomer shows she is not afraid to tap into it with soul searching lyrics and powerfully soft vocals. Throughout 'Crystalline', Mhairi proves she can artfully create real moments of intensity with the precision of a diamond cutter. Produced by Yoad Nevo, the man behind everyone from The Dandy Warhols to Goldfrapp, this first offering from the Bournemouth-based singer is a strong and complex one. - SJ