Copenhagen’s Mirby makes a fearless entrance with her debut EP “Like This” — a vibrant, genre-blending introduction that’s as emotionally charged as it is musically adventurous. Across five tracks, she merges pop, R&B, funk, and alternative sounds into something that feels fresh, quirky, and deeply human. But what truly sets Like This apart is its heart — a project born not out of romantic drama, but out of grief, self-discovery, and the unshakable will to keep creating after the loss of her father.
While many debut artists dwell on love stories, Mirby turns her gaze inward and outward — to life, the world, and her own evolution as a woman and artist. The EP was written during a time of profound change, with Mirby (real name Miriam Brandt) channeling her pain and reflection into vibrant, life-affirming songs. As she puts it, “2025 will always be the year my father disappeared, but also the year when a musical debut has never felt more important to me.” That sentiment echoes through the record — every beat feels like an act of resilience, every lyric a bridge between heartbreak and hope.
The title track Like This bursts open with unapologetic pop energy — catchy, humorous, and full of attitude, calling to mind the confidence of Gwen Stefani with the playfulness of The Dare. Meanwhile, Biosphere offers something more introspective, channeling her late father’s philosophical ideas into a dreamy yet funk-driven reflection on humanity’s relationship with the earth. The R&B-infused What Is Sexy? flips societal expectations on their head with wit and swagger, while Slowly Getting There injects optimism and self-belief into a funky groove about chasing dreams despite anxiety. Closing track Gone strips everything back — an aching acoustic ballad addressed directly to her father, sung with fragile beauty and raw honesty.
Through it all, Mirby proves herself a true DIY visionary — writing, recording, directing, and editing everything alongside producer Valdemar Littauer Bendixen. Her artistry embraces imperfection as power, rejecting the need for polish in favor of truth.
Like This is a fearless debut — equal parts playful and profound.
