Rust and steel
Need to feel
My body and soul
Possession to heal
Mexican-American musician, art director, and producer L, returns, bringing with her a distinct fusion of darkwave, industrial, and EBM to the underground musical landscape, underscored by a dichotomy of haunting melodic vocals and aggressive tonalities. Her spellbinding dualities conjure dark ethereal atmospheres, laying bare themes of loneliness, fantasy, and personal confessions within her lyrics and vocal arrangements.
In her latest release, LONESTAR, a track lifted from her forthcoming second album, BODYHEAT, L serves us a poignant embodiment of accepting loss and transition. The song reflects the emergence of a new life chapter, characterized by the formation of new routines and disciplines. LONESTAR stands as a testament to the human capacity to adapt and evolve, highlighting the transformative power of music in mirroring our complex emotional landscapes.
To illustrate this newfound phoenix risen from the ashes of the past self, L presents a sultry and potent music video, casting herself as a dominatrix in a cowgirl hat. Under the creative guidance of Austin-based videographers Sarah Perez and Gabriel Vasquez, L co-produced and shot “LONESTAR” across various locations in Austin, Texas. The objective was to preserve authenticity and pay tribute to L’s Texas residency chapter. The music video is a and vividly portrays solitude, healing, and acceptance.
The demonstration of the whip in the video serves as a potent symbol of L’s mastery and control over her new secluded life. This visual representation, interspersed with the evocative landscapes of Austin, paints a compelling narrative of personal transformation and adaptation, enhancing the overall resonance of the song. The juxtaposition of the divine feminine with the ‘alpha male cowboy’ stereotype packs an emotional wallop, as she reclaims her own power and moves forward with her life.
The collaboration between L and Karloz.M transforms their combined compositional skills into a self-help dance anthem, showcasing their collective prowess. Their collaboration is a testament to the harmony of creative expression, birthing a piece that resonates as a cathartic dancefloor experience. It’s a potent piece of performance art.
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L’s forthcoming BODYHEAT EP (out via Crunchpod) promises a fusion of electrifying and intense compositions, featuring a distinct blend of darkwave and EBM rhythms. This dynamic juxtaposition results in an enthralling and finely curated collection of fresh tracks. The BODYHEAT EP serves as an exhibition of L’s innovative musicality, manifesting in a repertoire that is as stimulating as it is finely crafted. Expect a gripping journey through soundscapes that resonate with the energy of darkwave and the pulsating beats of her specific brand of EBM.
Follow L:
From the quiet of pandemic-induced solitude, Andres Ruiz—known for his work with False Figure and…
Awoke to something yet unmet the sacred echoes of Tibet The rock formations call to…
As I enter the arms of a woman, Truly fortunate. As I enter the arms…
Cold winter’s journey Oh your soul keeps bleeding on Through the storm and the war…
Untie The few and far behind Interest informant redefined Form a feed within and without…
Lost in a dream again Tell me that you want me, no need to pretend…