Haute and Freddy Drop Single ‘Shy Girl’: LISTEN

Hark ye, hark ye: A new composition from Haute and Freddy hath been unveiled. On Friday, the pop duo, known for their 18th-century-inspired antics and Eighties-synth sound, released their new single, “Shy Girl,” about embracing their “inner wildness” and running free.

“‘Shy Girl’ is a coming-out anthem in every sense – coming out of your shell, breaking free from expectations, and owning every part of yourself without apology,” the duo, comprising Michelle Buzz and Lance Shipp, said in a press statement. “It’s deeply personal but also for literally anyone who’s ever felt like they had to shrink themselves to fit in.”

The duo added: “It’s about the power of embracing your inner wildness, defying the rules placed on you, and stepping fully into who you are. It’s that moment of both relief and rebellion, when you just stop caring in the most freeing way.”

“Shy Girl” marks only the fourth song offering from the duo, which has made waves for its synthy, Eighties sound mixed with visuals playing on medieval themes. Their fans are known as the Royal Court, and often fill the duo’s Instagram comments in Ren Faire English to play into the fantasy.

“It’s all very 18th-century runaway carnie-coded. The fans are our Royal Court and we are their humble jesters. We have an antique shopping problem, and we love flea markets and vintage objects. It all bleeds into our visual and sonic world,” the band told Paper.

Haute and Freddy made their debut last year with “Scantily Clad,” following it quickly with “Anti-Superstar” and “Fashion Over Function” earlier this year. The band is scheduled to perform at their first headlining New York City show at the Slipper Room on June 3. The band sold out a show at Los Angeles’ El Cid on Valentine’s Day.