This weekend, New Music Friday Dance transports listeners into a liminal world of techno and mysterious narrative voices from above. Scary, or intriguing? Listen and decide.
1. Schrotthagen: “Pain in My Heart”
Schrotthagen returns with a mystical story in “Pain in My Heart.” Beginning with an eerie narration and looping synths, the track develops into a full-on bunker, techno banger. It is cold and metallic in sound, contrasted by some light and airy vocals in the latter half.
2. Sara Landry, Alex Farell: “Prisoner”
Sara Landry and Alex Farell make their mark on this Friday’s playlist with “Prisoner.” It is a hypnotically fast techno track, laced with a faint, chopped vocal sample. The song taunts the listener, saying “Once you realize that all the shit you used to care so much about just keeps you a prisoner of your own mind…”
3. Nostalgix, Mila Falls: “Don’t Keep Me Waiting”
Nostalgix and Mila Falls return with “Don’t Keep Me Waiting,” an ethereal and spacey tech-house track. Mila’s full vocal timbre delivers the lyrics with pure emotion, matching the punchy power of Nostalgix’s production. The lyrics say, “Say that you want me, your love is my drug I need it.”
4. Jackie Hollander: “The Life”
Jackie Hollander brings on the carefree energy with “The Life.” Echoing with energy, this track encourages listeners to freely party. Mixing some vintage electronic sounds with modern ones creates a refreshing vibe for these humid days.
5. Peggy Gou: “Your Art”
Peggy Gou philosophizes in “Your Art,” reminding listeners to be present and focus on making art for the right reasons. Known for her house-centered tracks, this song deviates and shows a more hidden side of Peggy’s work. In just under 2 minutes, she delivers a fantastical introduction to her album.
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