All posts tagged: dark pop

Jan Blomqvist & Bloom Twins Share Sian Remix of ‘High On Beat’

Having previously shared the Sofi Tucker remix of their single 'High On Beat', Jan Blomqvist and Bloom Twins now unveil another rework of the tune, this time by producer Sian. The nocturnal tune is dark, sultry and insanely sexy. With atmospheric synth spreads layered atop husky bass tones and slow-burning kicks, Bloom Twins' vocals fit perfectly over the entrancing production.

We Will Kaleid ‘Lure’ Video

Berlin-based group We Will Kaleid use an array of electronic and art pop sonics to explore themes pertaining to the emancipation of one's self from the darker grips of life. Having released a number of singles throughout 2021 including 'Revoke', 'Aphelion' and 'Monoatomic', We Will Kaleid unveil their latest single and video 'Lure'.

Johnny Labelle ‘Poseidonia’ Video

Athens singer Johnny Labelle has released his sophomore album 'XVIII' via Inner Ear Records. The record is the follow-up to his debut LP 'Cold Fruit' which landed back in 2019. With the new work comprised of nine tracks in total, one of the songs featured on the album is the dark pop tune 'Poseidonia', which Labelle has also shared a video for. Directed by Daphné Hérétakis, Sasha Streshna and Johnny Labelle himnself, the visuals feature the singer performing the track amidst psychedelic effects, giving the video a retro feel. You can check out 'Poseidonia' down below. Enjoy.

Listen to CIRCE’s ‘Ten Girls’

London-based artist CIRCE has unveiled her new single 'Ten Girls'. A sweltering shot of dark pop, the song is stacked fizzing synths and thundering drums as CIRCE brings forth airy pop vocals, adding another texture to the track.

East London’s 0171 Share Their Latest Single ‘Follow’

London duo 0171 have shared their new track 'Follow', taken from their forthcoming EP 'Change Nothing', landing August 14th. Although musically the band have pulled inspiration from the 90s era of pop music, 'Follow' is darker in tone with haunting keys and eerie guitar riffs all placed above bouncy drums. With the content revolving around finding belief in the positive even though reality is proving the complete opposite, the single is another fine example of 0171's ability to push the boundaries of pop into more experimental territory.

FiFi Rong Shares Her Intimate Track ‘Distance’

London-based artist FiFi Rong touches on something that the majority of people around the world are suffering from, which is being apart from certain loved ones. Her new single 'Distance' is a musically intimate piece that features Rong executing seductive vocals over tender guitar strums and a lush bass line. Absent are any drums, which gives it a nocturnal feel.

GOLD MASS Unveils Her Haunting Single ‘Sentimentally Performed’

Italian artist GOLD MASS will release her debut album 'Transitions' on June 14th. Having previously shared her single 'May Love Make Us', she now returns with her latest tune 'Sentimentally Performed'. A haunting blend of electronica and dark pop powered by melodic piano play and deep, thick bass line and eerie synth spreads, musically the song straddles down the road of acts such as Massive Attack and Tricky. You can stream 'Sentimentally Performed' below.

Stream Empara Mi’s ‘Blood In The Water’

Recently sharing her moody piano-driven song 'Crying', singer Empara Mi returns with another cut entitled 'Blood In The Water'. Produced by Zach & Roger, the tune is a cinematic slice of dark pop that rumbles with intensity. Empara Mi's fierce and soulful vocal performance perfectly compliments the epic production, with the single fitting for a movie placement of sorts. We're definitely excited to see what the rest of 2019 holds for the rising artist.