A menacing dark wave trip with "Spire Circle"
"Burning Alive" by Spire Circle drew me into a dark, almost menacing world of sound from the very first second. The song immediately manages to build up this gloomy mood, which runs consistently through the entire track. What I particularly like is the modern approach to dark wave. There is a conscious decision not to incorporate classic elements that are otherwise often heard in this genre. Instead, nervous synth sounds dominate, which hit exactly the right note for me. Spire Circle creates something here that feels fresh and independent.
One particular detail that immediately caught my attention is the hand clap sounds, which lighten the ominous atmosphere a little and transport the track in a danceable direction. Despite this slight lightening, the mood remains heavy and gloomy, just as I would expect from a dark wave track. The production is flawless. Every sound is exactly where it should be, and the dynamics ensure that the song never seems monotonous despite its dark focus. The variety in the synthesiser lines in particular keeps the whole thing exciting.
For me, "Burning Alive" is a strong statement in the modern dark wave scene. It shows that Spire Circle have found their niche and have the courage to distance themselves from the classic sounds. 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.
