Caught in the orbit of someone who feels a little too “undead” for comfort. But while most of us just vent to our friends, Luvcat turned that specific, toxic energy into a gothic-summer anthem.

Her latest single, “Vampire at the Beach” dropped on April 24, and it is exactly the kind of moody, noir-pop fever dream we needed as the weather warms up. It’s the lead track from her upcoming EP, Lovebites, and it’s arguably her most cinematic work yet.

The Story Behind the Song

Luvcat (Sophie Morgan Howarth) has a knack for finding the beauty in the macabre. The inspiration for this track is surprisingly literal. She was on holiday with a partner who looked—to put it bluntly—like they hadn’t seen the sun in a century.

While watching a Fellini film filled with golden, sun-drenched actors, she looked over at her “ghostly lover” and realized the contrast was absurd. The result? Lyrics like “Milky skinned and amber eyed / Think I loved you since the day you died.” It’s about that intoxicating, slightly dangerous pull of a relationship where you know you’re the one being “bitten,” but you can’t quite walk away.

The Sound: “Vaudevillian Noir”

If you’re expecting a standard, high-energy pop track, think again. This is a slow-burn. Produced by Oli Barton-Wood, it feels like a slinking, late-night walk through a dark carnival. It’s atmospheric and lush, leaning into what some fans call “Romantic Rock”—a mix of indie grit and theatrical glamour.

The Visuals (Adidas Capes and Chaos)

The music video is where the “Luvcat Club” aesthetic really shines. It’s a surreal mix of high fashion and grit:

• The Look: A vampire lead sporting a cape with the iconic three Adidas stripes (because even the undead appreciate leisurewear).

• The Chaos: Knife-throwing, bathtub electrocutions, and a very British, pebbled-beach backdrop that feels both romantic and unsettling.

What’s Next? The Lovebites EP

“Vampire at the Beach” is just the opening act. Her new EP, Lovebites, is set to arrive on May 22, 2026. This isn’t just a solo effort, either—the tracklist is stacked with some heavy hitters from the UK indie scene:

• Pete Doherty makes an appearance on a track called “Electric Chair.”

• The legendary punk-poet Dr. John Cooper Clarke joins her for a new version of “He’s My Man.”

The Verdict

Luvcat has spent the last year opening for powerhouses like Chappell Roan and The Last Dinner Party, and it shows. She’s found her lane—a place where murder ballads meet catchy hooks.