Renowned for her raspy voice and electrifying rock sound, Thea Sass-Ainsworth took the music scene by storm with her debut EP “Manderley” in 2022. The EP, a soul-stirring collection of memories and lost love, marked a significant milestone in her career, culminating in sold-out shows at LA’s Star Love and NY’s The Sultan Room. Now, Sass-Ainsworth returns with a powerful new single and accompanying video titled “Love Me Lonely,” further cementing her status as a rising rock sensation.
Produced and recorded by the talented Andy Goldstone at Platypus Sound, “Love Me Lonely” delves deep into the raw emotions of heartbreak and isolation. The single serves as the poignant conclusion to a passionate romance, with Sass-Ainsworth’s distinctive howling vocals and hauntingly distorted guitar chords resonating with listeners on a profound level. “Love Me Lonely” effortlessly weaves together the foundations of classic rock with a hint of low-swinging country ballad, resulting in a bittersweet portrayal of heartache and the desolation that follows. Sass-Ainsworth’s authentic approach to her craft shines through, capturing the essence of the human experience in the wake of loss.
“‘Love Me Lonely’ delves into the depths of profound isolation—the metaphorical winter of your soul. It encapsulates the pain that seeps into your very being after experiencing loss, longing, and anger. The space we find ourselves in when we’re left alone and feeling utterly lonely,” reveals Sass-Ainsworth, providing insight into the emotional core of the single.
The accompanying music video for “Love Me Lonely” was expertly crafted by Sass-Ainsworth herself. Filmed against the backdrop of a snowstorm in her hometown of Minnesota, the video channels a nostalgic 90s home video aesthetic. Cinematographer Yazon Lo masterfully captures the raw energy of Sass-Ainsworth’s rock persona, seamlessly intercutting captivating basement performances with breathtaking isolated imagery.
With “Love Me Lonely,” Thea Sass–Ainsworth reaffirms her position as a true innovator in the world of rock and roll, leaving an indelible mark on hearts and minds alike. As her musical journey unfolds, it is evident that this is just the beginning for the talented artist, and fans around the world eagerly await what she has in store next.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Late nights, slow discos. “Rock and Roll with a sense of ingenuity and freedom.” Thea Sass-Ainsworth is a Los Angeles based artist who uses music, language and imagery to explore themes of memory, longing, and loss. Drawing on an always essential feminist lens through which to express these themes, her influences include the terror and wonder of the gothic, the abundance and life force found in the baroque, and the scrutiny and poignancy of present-day life.
