Drawing us in with high-octane, textured drums and an astral guitar frequency, JLP open 5 to 12 with instrumental mastery and captivating vocals with the introspective lyrics, “I used to work alone in my room, but in my head I couldn’t find a way through…”
We are immediately captivated by the unfurling narrative and the raw authenticity that transmutes, not only with the timeless rock energy, but the prose tapping into notions of escapism and liberation through art and passion. There is an innate relatability that comes to life, and the timbre switch-ups are electric.
The chorus feels anthemic and stadium-ready, evoking a more alternative rock frequency with a cheeky gruff male ad-lib. The guitar solo is literally transcendental and really aligns with the song’s concept rooted in notions of liberation. The band tells us, “5 to 12 is about breaking out of the hamster wheel, growing up, and figuring out what really matters.”
Fans of Hole, The Pretty Reckless, Paramore, and No Doubt will be able to vibe with the track, which also holds a highly zeitgeist and inspiring message that we need now more than ever to escape from the sunken place of capitalism and the golden handcuffs of a job. The track also has a cinematic allure that would be perfect for a movie like Freaky Friday, The Devil Wears Prada, Last Holiday, and Eat Pray Love, which all follow women who abandon their unfulfilling careers to reclaim their lives and pursue happiness.
Formed in 2020 by siblings Jelena and Luka Petener, JLP has developed into a compelling four-piece known for its unique sonic identity. On stage, JLP has built a reputation for electrifying, immersive performances that embody their mantra, “Strong And Loud We Shout It Out.” Their journey so far includes standout appearances at Nova Rock Festival 2022, Flex Café Wien, Ottakringer Brauerei, and Kufstein Unlimited, alongside a headline show in Berlin and a 2024 support slot for Dirty Honey at Simm City Wien.
Needless to say, we are in awe, and have added 5 to 12 to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of JLP, including Monster, Enough, and High Up.