True to its name, "Star" by carol will transport you to another universe. Addicting and enchanting, the Italian singer surrounds herself in a new shoegaze-heavy dreampop sound.
There is an intense synergy among the instruments, effortlessly layering to create a delicate soundscape. The distant synths and intense bass of the track pump through your veins, injecting an introspective sound.
It's a slow-burner – one that takes a few listens to feel the full weight. carol projects her deep and soothing vocals to match the atmospheric energy of the track. Instead of projecting listeners into a specific story, she lets them move with the song, almost like a meditative trip.
Around the 2-minute mark, the sound breaks down, easing you into otherworldly bliss. It takes on a little 8-bit techy sound that is incredibly unique. It almost feels like you're in space, and the bright flickering of the cosmos surrounds you.
With a gothic ambient vibe that's similar to the likes of Ethel Cain, carol cements her talent through experimentation in "Star." As she continues to roll out tracks from her second EP, a four-track collection, we hope to hear more moody and mysterious mixes.
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