Madishu Steps Into Her Power With Debut Album "Owe It to Her"
- ALT RECESS
- Oct 1
- 4 min read

Some artists make music. Others build entire worlds. Madishu is firmly in the latter camp. The multidisciplinary singer, songwriter, producer, and creative force is preparing to release her debut album, Owe It to Her, a 10-track project that feels like both a self-portrait and a love letter to growth, courage, and unapologetic living.
Already recognized in the electronic and drum & bass scene for her work with labels like Atlantic Records, Soave, Trap Nation, LoudKult, and UKF, Madishu has carved her lane as a boundary-pushing voice. Her songs have been spun on some of the world’s biggest stages, including Tomorrowland’s main stage, with artists like Netsky and Andromedik showcasing her sound. But Owe It to Her marks something different: it’s Madishu fully stepping into her own spotlight, sharing the story of her becoming with honesty, grit, and style.
The album is an invitation to tap into self-love and remember the childlike dreamer inside us all. As Madishu puts it, “It’s a reminder to honor the little girl who carried our earliest dreams, she deserves to see them realized.” That sentiment runs through every track, from the soft intimacy of “Imagination”, where her vocals wrap around you like a daydream, to “Happyish”, a soulful meditation on healing, to “Flavour”, a confident, upbeat anthem radiating self-assurance.
Of course, the project also delivers undeniable bangers. “Diamond Things (ft. Helen)” is a sparkling standout, equal parts club-ready anthem and late-night Uber soundtrack. It’s the type of track that feels just as perfect blasting in a packed venue as it does when you’re reapplying lipstick in the bathroom mirror with your friends.
What makes Owe It to Her truly shine is its balance. On one hand, it’s deeply personal, Madishu drawing from her own story, her inspirations, and the women who’ve shaped her path. On the other, it’s universal, with themes of resilience, self-discovery, and empowerment that resonate no matter where you are in life. And with her signature approach, melding pop, R&B tones, electronic textures, and striking visuals, the project is as much an experience as it is an album.
Beyond the music, Madishu has proven herself as a true multidisciplinary artist. Her work in visual art and fashion has always informed her sound, giving her projects a polished, visionary feel. With "Owe It to Her", that fusion is in full effect, setting the stage for a new era of artistry that blurs the lines between music, identity, and expression.
One thing is certain: this isn’t just a debut album. It’s the beginning of Madishu’s reign as one of the most exciting voices in pop and electronic music today.
1. "Owe It to Her " feels like both a diary and a dancefloor experience, when you were creating it, did you picture listeners sitting with headphones on getting emotional, or out with their friends screaming the lyrics in a club?
To be fully honest, I am not sure. When I was writing it I just felt insanely grateful for myself to keep pushing and to be able to be a full time singer, and grateful for all the fans that are making it possible. I want each one of them to realise that despite what situation they are in there are a million reasons why they should be proud of themselves and grateful for themselves. Love should come from within at first, so that you can share it with the world and the universe will send that love right back to you. I think this song is for all of us to sing out loud, to listen to when we need a little pick me up:))
2. You’ve said the album is a reminder to honor the “little girl inside us all.” If you could play "Owe It to Her " for your younger self, which song would you want her to hear first, and why?
I like this question:)))
First of all she would probably think it’s insane that we made this album. I know I wouldn’t show her Flavour first, because she was in this very indie and maybe even rock phase, but Imagination would be a good one. She would probably think it’s cracked we finally managed to hit those whistle notes.
3. “Diamond Things (ft. Helen)” feels like an instant girls-night-out anthem. Was there a particular memory or vibe that inspired you to write a record so ready for the club and late-night Uber rides?
When I made this song, I had an epiphany. I would say 80% of the content shown to me is made with mostly men in mind and if it’s supposed to include everyone as a target audience it also ends up appealing more to men and I’ve realised that because I discovered girls making content only having girls in mind and I felt so included. It felt so thoughtful, I couldn’t get enough and it made me so happy. That’s when I decided to make an album just for the girls. That’s when I realised that we need more girls producing instrumentals and Diamond Things was the first song I made on the album. To be honest I was never really a club person. I kind of hate how drunk and sweaty everyone is at the club, but I would definitely go clubbing if there was a club for the girls that had fresh air inside and happened a little earlier because I need my beauty sleep. I wanna see how a club that made the experience only keeping in mind the girls. Sure men can be welcome, they can enjoy girly stuff too, but you know what I mean.
4. You’ve already had your music played on massive stages like Tomorrowland, what do you think people will be most surprised by when they hear "Owe It to Her" compared to your past collaborations?
According to my stats on Spotify, most of the collabs I’ve released have a mainly men audience(60-80%), I don’t think most of them would care so much. I mostly hope Owe it Her finds the girls that need it.
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