With their latest single ‘SWEATBOX’, emerging artist Marlowe (they/them) delivers a pulsating, neon-lit slice of dance-pop that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically infectious. Pulled from their upcoming debut mini-album ‘SUBMISSIVE’ (out August 29 via Plant Pot Records), ‘SWEATBOX’ sees Marlowe stepping further into their own light — and inviting us into the heat of that transformation.
Drawing inspiration from queer pop icons like Troye Sivan and Olly Alexander, Marlowe crafts a sound that shimmers with hooks but pulses with deeper tension. Underneath the glittering synths and club-ready beats lies a confessional narrative about identity, protection, and emotional labor. “I was prioritising others’ needs over my own in romantic and sexual situations,” Marlowe shares. “This whole project is a song cycle that explores the unravelling of a people-pleaser.” That concept comes through clearly in ‘SWEATBOX’ — a track that feels both like a cathartic dance floor release and a quiet act of rebellion.
Originally from Venezuela and now based in London, Marlowe has already begun carving out their space in the UK’s alt-pop scene. Their debut single ‘Give It Up’ drew praise from BBC 6Music’s Tom Robinson and earned attention from publications like The New Age Magazine and EQ Music. With gigs at the O2 Academy Islington and Camden Assembly under their belt, their stage presence continues to grow alongside their sound.
But ‘SWEATBOX’ isn’t just a strong follow-up — it feels like a statement. Marlowe’s ability to pair polished pop production with deeply introspective lyricism makes them one to watch. This is music for anyone who’s ever felt the need to put on a performance just to survive — and now wants to dance their way out of it.