A cavernous, synth-driven soundscape unfolds contemplatively to kick off “Kill,” the new track from alt-pop artist Chrisy Nova. Integrating elements of house with more left-field pop elements, the New York-based artist shows a nice knack for melodic build-up here. Vocals ascend in rousing character as “high,” is repeated over hypnotic bass-synth and ghostly pads, conjuring an aesthetic that feels parts Depeche Mode and James Blake. The track — which the artist notes is “is inspired by the phrase ‘la petit la morte’,” — succeeds in its dark electronic production and overall delivery.
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“Kill” and other memorable tracks from this month can also be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Best of February 2020’ Spotify playlist.
