Multi-instrumentalist Aleesha Dibbs is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. With an impressive portfolio of musical projects under her belt, including Dive Bell, Prudence, Lorelei, Double Vision, Mvlholland, Lisa Mitchell, Angus, and Julia Stone, she has now embarked on a remarkable solo career with her debut EP, “Paradise Lost.” This collection of songs serves as a soundtrack for personal transformation and self-actualization, challenging the notion that change and growth are always comfortable and pleasant experiences. In a world where we are constantly bombarded with seductive narratives that promise immediate gratification, “Paradise Lost” takes a different approach. It confronts the expectation that personal growth should always feel good and instead delves into the difficult decisions we make in desperate circumstances. It acknowledges the weight of the phantom limbs that never truly leave us, even as we strive for progress. “Paradise Lost” is a collaborative effort, produced and engineered by Tom Crandles (known for his work with DMA’s, Prudence, and AURA) and mixed by Kim Moyes (of The Presets fame). Together, they create a musical landscape that breaks free from algorithmically-engineered honey traps and boldly confronts the demons that persist in our lives despite our best efforts. The EP’s fourth and final single, “Comin For Me Now,” captures the essence of the entire project. The song revolves around the theme of estrangement—stepping away from individuals in our lives with whom it is incredibly challenging to part ways. It explores the dichotomy between the conflicting emotions that arise from such situations, encapsulating the essence of the EP as a whole. Aleesha Dibbs’s musical journey is punctuated by her extensive experience performing and touring alongside renowned artists such as The Yeah Yeah Yeah’s, Money Mark (Beastie Boys), Patrick Keeler (Raconteurs & The Greenhornes), Jack Lawrence (Raconteurs & The Greenhornes), The Temper Trap, Angus & Julia Stone, The Preatures, The Jezabels, Lisa Mitchell, Lanie Lane, The Rubens, Clare Bowditch, and Georgia Fair. She has graced the stages of prominent festivals, including Splendor in the Grass, Falls Festival, Homebake, Peats Ridge, Bochum Festival (Germany), Field Day (UK), and Secret Garden Festival (UK). Dibbs’s previous project, Dive Bell, garnered significant attention and captivated audiences from across the musical spectrum. Their previous singles received support from esteemed outlets such as FBi Radio and Rage, solidifying their presence in both the local and national music scenes. With her solo debut, Aleesha Dibbs proves herself as an artist who fearlessly explores the complexities of personal growth and transformation. “Paradise Lost” and its final single, “Comin For Me Now,” showcase her ability to delve into the depths of human experience, capturing the raw emotions that accompany the process of letting go. Her music is a testament to the fact that true growth often requires confronting discomfort and uncertainty head-on, ultimately leading to profound self-discovery.