Inaugural awakens the dark side of the night with 'Strigoi'
Inaugural, a fresh duo from the Australian underground, has made a first impression with "Strigoi" that both fascinates and appeals to the senses. Their music, a skilful fusion of synth pop and dark wave, clearly bears the signature of inspired music greats such as "The Cure" and "Kate Bush", spiced up with a pinch of "Crystal Castles".
The track begins with a palpable melancholic heaviness characterised by dirty, dark synthesiser sounds. However, it is the light, pleasant voice that creates a pleasant contrast and stands out with its dynamics, especially in the transition from the verses to the chorus. This mixture of opposites works fantastically here and gives the song a unique atmosphere that sounds both romantic and mysterious.
The lyrical depth of "Strigoi" is unmistakable, with lines like "Hide from the light, seal the deal with this strigoi" building narrative tension and conjuring up images of a nocturnal, almost ritualistic setting. These lyrics complement the melodic darkness and emphasise the artistic vision of Alice Amsel and Phil Spiteri, whose songwriting moves between love, existential horror and club culture.
A particular highlight of the song is the bridge, which feels like the calm before the storm – a brief respite before the song transitions into an energetic final act. This structure is not only technically impressive, but also a testament to the duo's compositional skills. This song is part of our Spotify playlist ‘New Synth Pop Songs 2024‘. The playlist is updated continuously. Follow this playlist now and don’t miss any of the latest synth pop hits in 2024.
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Lyrics of "Inaugural – Strigoi"
Stoke the fire,
dancing with knives,
I'm with you,
we own the night,
Hide from the light, seal the deal with this strigoi,
chaos is the key, mother to all the hoi polloi,
the stones of your desire, let it sink into your skin,
each cut is a cross point, to all the places you have been.
I climb down,
I crawl in the dark,
I'm with you,
we own the night
Hide from the light, seal the deal with this strigoi,
chaos is the key, mother to all the hoi polloi,
the stones of your desire, let it sink into your skin,
each cut is a cross point, to all the places you have been.
I will wait, this is not worth the rush, this is not a race,
astra inclinant, sed non obligant
astra inclinant, sed non obligant
Inaugural about "Strigoi"
Strigoi is a bitter love letter to the thirst for revenge. How much of that yearning is just? What kind of deal would you have to strike with your demons? Are those demons really parts of you in the end? It delves into how much humanity one is willing to lose compared to the satisfaction of feeling karmic retribution orchestrated by your own hands.
