BPM

Alessia Piermarini is setting her own pace on “BPM”, a thoughtful exploration of identity that gives the pressure to fit in a gentle nudge out of the door. The London based Italian artist uses tempo as a metaphor for individuality, asking why we spend so much energy matching someone else’s rhythm when we already have our own.

Combining spoken word with a sung chorus, layered vocals, synth bass and electronic drums, the track builds its concept into its construction. Alessia performs and loops these elements live, while Titus Maz contributes guitar and handles mixing and mastering. The approach gives her reflections on self perception a fitting musical framework, with different parts finding space within a shared pulse.

Working across Jazz, Nu Soul and experimental vocal layering, Alessia brings an intriguing background to the release. She has collaborated with Jaguar Wright, shared stages with Frank McComb and Ursula Rucker, and received BBC Introducing support for “10 Miles”. “BPM” carries that spirit of exploration into a relatable message: being called too quiet, too loud or too sensitive does not mean your rhythm needs fixing. Sometimes, the best move is to stop adjusting the tempo.