Photo by Nicolas Sandino Moreno
Earlier this year, Chelsea Wolfe bestowed upon us She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, her seventh studio album released through Loma Vista. This latest release continues to push the boundaries of gothic soundscapes and themes boldly. Today, she presents the album’s first remix, House of Self-Undoing, one of the album’s songs reimagined by Boy Harsher.
With their quintessential darkwave touch, Boy Harsher sprinkles their shadowy enchantment on this standout track, morphing it into a sultry synth-driven dream. The remix romantically transforms the song into a blend of dream pop and subtle trip-hop, conjuring the tune that could coax shy wallflowers into full bloom under a starry disco-ball light cascading like cherry blossoms in spring.
The original track delves into intense emotions and inner turmoil, chronicling a profound connection to someone who consistently departs, leaving heartache in their wake. It portrays a struggle to break free from this emotional cycle, longing for forgiveness and liberation while feeling ensnared in a loop of desire and loss. Boy Harsher reshapes Wolfe’s signature atmospheric sound into something more…
“I love how Boy Harsher totally transformed this song into something new,” says Wolfe. “It’s really fun to hear my voice in this context — I so appreciate Jae and Gus bringing their energy to the House of Self-Undoing.”
“I love remixes because they have a mind of their own,” adds Augustus Muller of Boy Harsher. “I typically remove everything and follow the vocals. Chelsea’s voice is so beautiful and vulnerable on this track, and I was just trying to make room for it. I was getting a bit of an R&B vibe and tried to lean into that.”
Watch the beautiful visualizer for the Boy Harsher remix of “House of Self-Undoing” below:
Chelsea Wolfe is an enigmatic singer-songwriter known for her haunting blend of gothic, folk, and doom metal influences. Born in California, she began her musical journey with a distinctive sound that melds dark themes and ethereal melodies. Wolfe’s music often explores the depths of human emotion, creating an atmospheric experience that is both intense and captivating. Her discography includes critically acclaimed albums like Abyss and Hiss Spun.
Boy Harsher is an American electronic music duo known for their darkwave and synth-pop sound. Formed in 2013 by Jae Matthews and Augustus Muller, the band quickly gained attention with their haunting, danceable beats and evocative lyrics. Their music blends minimal synth lines with Matthews’ ethereal vocals, creating an atmospheric and compelling sound. Albums like Yr Body Is Nothing and Careful showcase their talent for merging dark, moody aesthetics with infectious rhythms. Boy Harsher’s unique style has earned them a dedicated following in the underground electronic music scene.
Wolfe, after releasing her latest masterpiece, She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, is currently casting her musical spells across Europe. This October, she’ll enchant the audience at Red Rocks Amphitheater, opening for Wardruna. Afterward, she’ll return to Europe for more fall dates, proving that there’s no rest for the wickedly talented.
Listen to the original version of the song below, or click here.
Below is a full list of Chelsey Wolfe’s 2024 European tour dates, with more information available here.
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