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Malena Zavala "Saw You Coming"

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02/08/2025 |

Malena Zavala’s "Saw You Coming", the opening track from her 2024 EP MELT, is a luminous slice of alternative pop that pulses with anticipation and emotional clarity. Clocking in at 2'42", the song radiates the same cool, atmospheric sophistication that defined Suzanne Vega’s experimental masterpiece 99.9F°, while carving out a sound distinctly Zavala’s own. With fresh sonic textures, subtle rhythmic intricacies, and a sense of forward motion, "Saw You Coming" captures the exhilarating moment of recognizing a destined connection—knowing, almost prophetically, that you're about to meet the love of your life. Released as the second single on her newly founded label, Paraná Records, the track marks a bold new phase in her artistic evolution, showcasing her growing confidence as a producer and her desire to expand the sonic world she’s meticulously built.

Born in Argentina and now based between London and Mexico City, Malena Zavala has long blended her Anglo-Latin heritage into a dreamlike, poetic sound. Self-taught and fiercely independent, she began her journey recording her debut album Aliso (2018) in her parents’ garage, drawing inspiration from artists like Devendra Banhart, Beach House, and Feist. Over time, her music—haunting, ethereal, and lyrically rich—has earned her tours across Europe and the UK, as well as opening slots for acts like Lord Huron, Men I Trust, and Puma Blue. With La Yarará (2020) and Pasos De La Luna, she deepened her ties to Latin American sounds and audiences. Now, with MELT, Zavala embraces influences from Big Thief and Tune Yards, infusing nostalgic rock with a vibrant, energetic edge. This new EP, a delicate bouquet of love songs, not only signals her arrival as a label founder but reaffirms her place as a singular voice in contemporary indie and alternative pop.

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