Unveiling a melodic array of synths and guitars, “Wisch Wisch” is the compelling debut single from CARUS, a Vienna-based singer, composer, performer, and actress. A resonating thematic pull exists within, contemplating the temptation of ignoring societal and personal conflicts rather than facing them directly. The track comes via her upcoming album Alles Glitzer Glitzer, currently in the midst of production with Bernhard Hammer (Elektro Guzzi, Buenoventura) and Julian Hruza (Julian und der Fux, Maraskino). This memorable single has us firmly anticipating that full-length from CARUS, which represents the alias of one Claudia Carus.
“Wisch Wisch” unfolds with enjoyable emotion and atmospheric intrigue. A simmering, nocturnal synth pad pairs with pulsing percussion for an immersive soundscape — bolstered by a steady vocal unveiling that expands from spoken-word resemblances into a more intricate expanse. The caressing, layered guitar additions emerge just prior to the one-minute turn with sating impact. A title-bearing hook also proves magnetic shortly thereafter, melding multiple vocal layers with a colorful, replay-inducing captivation. “Wisch Wisch” consistently enamors in its blissfully crafted soundscape, which cohesively intermingles synths and guitars. It’s a thoroughly impressive debut single, from an artist that already shows a clear knack for melodic immediacy and emotional depth.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
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