Esther Edquist, aka Melbourne downbeat doyenne Sweet Whirl, launches her new six song EP Love Songs & Poetry, with support from Gordon Koang and Thibault. The Sweet Whirl band includes drummer James Vinciguerra from Total Control, and Liam Barton of Laura Jean and Gregor’s live band. Love Songs & Poetry reveals Edquist as a master of smoky self-analysis, casting a sharp eye over blurry situations and dissecting hazy mornings-after with wry resignation. Using her bass guitar as a singularly expressive lead instrument, Esther imbues bleak moments with space, mystery and romance.