Lynn Dossenbach’s debut EP Combination is a confident, genre spanning introduction to an artist who refuses to sit still creatively. Across five tracks, she blends indie pop, folk, country and funk leaning pop rock with a natural ease, letting each song find its own identity without ever losing her voice at the centre. Written over two years and shaped alongside her five piece Dossen Band and a team of producers she met while studying at LIPA, the project feels like a snapshot of an artist discovering her range and enjoying the freedom of it.
Lyrically, the EP explores unrequited feelings, emotional confusion, self reflection and the leap of moving countries to pursue a dream. Being bilingual adds another layer, allowing her to switch languages when the emotion calls for it, making the project feel personal and authentic. It is no surprise that her earlier single Pressure On My Chest earned a BBC Introducing feature. The songwriting here is thoughtful, expressive and often lyrically dense in a way fans of storytelling will appreciate.
Track by Track
1. Combination
The EP opens with its title track, a bright and bouncy indie pop cut that wastes no time getting started. Soft vocals sit over piano chords and a playful electric guitar riff, with long warm bass notes holding everything together. Drums enter halfway through the verse before pulling back for a lighter pre chorus, setting up a chorus that bursts into a happy, instantly catchy melody: “You look so fine… I do not know what it is, but the combination of the little things makes me want you.”
Despite its upbeat feel, the song deals with wanting someone who is already taken and questioning whether the attraction would even survive if the situation were different. A melodic guitar solo mirrors the vocal line before the track snaps into a sudden pleading bridge saying “stop make it stop,” then returns for a final chorus. At 3 minutes 44 seconds, it is a polished opener with real replay value.
2. Anzeichen
The second track shifts into acoustic territory and introduces Lynn’s home language. Even without understanding the lyrics, the emotion is clear. Her vocals feel stronger and more expressive here, perhaps because she is singing in the language she grew up with. The song evolves from a gentle acoustic intro into a rhythmic groove with drums, bass and guitar. There is a hint of Gypsy Kings energy in the rhythm and delivery, giving the track a lively cultural warmth. At just 2 minutes 12 seconds, it is short, catchy and a welcome stylistic detour.
3. Pressure On My Chest
A standout moment on the EP, Pressure On My Chest opens with delicate finger picked guitar and soft vocal oohs. The verses are intimate and vulnerable, with lines like “the things you confess, emptiness inside…” painting a picture of emotional uncertainty. As the song progresses, subtle additions like slide bass and shaker fill out the soundscape without overwhelming the softness. The “ultimate goodbye” refrain is haunting, and the track closes the way it began: gentle, atmospheric and quietly devastating. At 3 minutes 05 seconds, it is a beautifully restrained piece of songwriting.
4. Hopes and Dreams
Track four brings a burst of folk energy. From the opening vocal melody, there is a clear nod to Mumford and Sons. Strummed guitar, banjo, claps and a driving rhythm make it impossible not to tap along. Lynn delivers fast paced, almost spoken word verses with impressive clarity, leading into a chorus built around ambition and perseverance: “You see me standing on top… following our hopes and dreams.” A fiddle enters toward the end, giving the outro a rich, rootsy lift. At 3 minutes 29 seconds, it is one of the EP’s most uplifting tracks, and it subtly carries flavours of her cultural background, echoing the spirit of Anzeichen.
5. The Toxic One
The EP closes with a return to the funk tinged indie feel of the opener. Clean rhythmic guitar chords set the tone before drums and bass kick in beneath the hook: “I want to make you jealous, I never thought that I would be the toxic one.” It is playful but self aware, exploring the messy side of relationships with a wink rather than a sigh.
A stripped back bridge with guitar, bass, vocals and kick drum reveals the emotional core: “Please believe me, you are all that I need, but the toxic side in me just took over the lead.”
The final choruses bounce with renewed energy, and the track ends with a charming human touch: studio laughter fading out, reminding you this is an artist who enjoys the process as much as the product.
Final Thoughts
Combination is a well crafted debut that showcases Lynn Dossenbach’s versatility without feeling scattered. She moves confidently between genres including indie pop, folk, country, acoustic singer songwriter and touches of funk. Her bilingual approach adds depth and personality. The EP leans lyrically dense, making it ideal for listeners who love storytelling and emotional detail. While it does not push musical boundaries in an experimental sense, it does not need to. What stands out is the clarity of her voice, the strength of her songwriting and the sense that she is only just getting started.
It is a promising first chapter from an artist with a distinctive tone and a growing presence across England and Switzerland. If this is the foundation, the next singles or the eventual album should be well worth the wait.
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