Trivia time for music fans! Who is Izzy Kershaw? If your answer is something like a British alt-pop musician, music producer, and multi-instrumentalist known for her unique blend of trip-hop and lo-fi pop sounds, you’ve earned your way to the bonus round! Now, why does the name sound a little familiar? She’s the daughter of ’80s British singer-songwriter Nik Kershaw. And as the saying goes, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Izzy has the same knack for crafting music and lyrics as her dad—and then some—evident in her latest track, Anime Opening.
You might expect something bright, hyperactive, and nu-disco-inspired from the title alone. You’re not going to be disappointed. The song, about overcoming the roadblocks life throws at you, plants its flag almost immediately – I’m just getting started / pick myself up / dust myself off – as it leans into a rhythmic world where Kershaw’s vocals drift over hypnotic beats and lush, layered synths. The song feels like a surreal fusion of Y2K electronica and lo-fi bedroom pop, sprinkled with a touch of nostalgic trip-hop. Think Grimes meets FKA twigs, with an indie DIY edge that keeps it refreshingly raw.
Her delivery’s weightless quality—airy yet expressive—gives the track an otherworldly charm. The production is intricate but never overpowering, allowing the song’s emotional undercurrent to shine through. Lyrically, Anime Opening captures a mix of wistfulness and escapism, playing into the kind of heightened emotions you’d find in a classic anime intro—romantic, cinematic, and just a little melancholic.
If you’re a fan of alternative pop that flirts with electronic textures and dreamy aesthetics, Anime Opening is definitely a track to check out. Izzy Kershaw proves she’s not just following in her father’s footsteps—she’s carving out a sonic identity that’s entirely her own.
Verdict? It is a mesmerizing track that transports you into a beautifully glitchy, neon-lit world. Consider Anime Opening the perfect soundtrack for late-night introspection or your next cyberpunk daydream. Don’t believe it? Stream the track below.
