Welsh artist heddlu—aka Rhodri Daniel—has dropped his impressive debut single “Daw Etu Haul,” in stores now. It is the first release to be taken from his promising debut EP, which will be out later this year and we’re already feeling rather invested to be honest.
TVD readers may be aware of Rhodri’s already impressive musical repertoire as one half of renowned Welsh band Estrons. Since finishing the band, it seems Rhodri isn’t quite ready to give up on his musical dreams, but heddlu’s sound is pretty far removed from the raucous alt-rock soundscapes that fans mainly know him for. “Daw Etu Haul” is performed completely in the Welsh language, with electrifying synths taking centre stage amongst euphoric strings, creating a sound akin to the likes of Chemical Brothers.
As a result of years of touring on the live circuit, Rhodri’s hearing ended top taking a bit of a hit and got severely damaged. He ended up being diagnosed with hearing loss, tinnitus, and severe sensitivity to noise. After a chance encounter with a local recording engineer, Rhodri was inspired anew, and heddlu was born. “Daw Eto Haul” translates to “the sun will rise again,” a mantra that offers Rhodri a great deal of comfort and hope.
“Daw Etu Haul” is in stores now.
