Tišina me zove
i ruši sve snove
In Tišina, the latest release from Berlin-based Serbian dark synthpop duo Sixth June, the frigid stillness of winter is rendered into a delicate yet disquieting sonic experience. Laslo Antal and Lidija Andonov conjure an atmosphere where introspection reigns. Their signature blend of haunting melodies and ethereal vocals lingers in the air like frost on a cold morning. Andonov’s voice, at once soothing and heavy with the weight of the world, floats effortlessly over Antal’s icy synth arrangements.
The lyrics depict a contemplative journey where the speaker dreams of a name amidst a nocturnal setting, symbolizing a quest for identity or understanding. They describe removing a blindfold to confront the darkness, seeking to perceive all that passes by, driven by a desire for knowledge. The recurring theme of silence calling and shattering dreams suggests an internal struggle between the pursuit of understanding and the disruptive nature of silence.
The video for Tišina unfolds like a series of stolen moments, grainy as if captured by a forgotten security camera. Its aimless vignettes drift through a city that feels both familiar and distant, a landscape of fleeting details: a slow ride up an escalator, a restless street scene, idle wandering through shops. The small, seemingly mundane moments take on a quiet weight, punctuated by wistful glances and anxious pauses. It’s a portrayal of modern urban ennui, the kind of slow burn where even stillness feels charged with something unsaid.
Watch the video for “Tišina” below:
With roots in Belgrade and now thriving in Berlin, Sixth June has, for over 15 years, commanded attention not only for their sound but also for their timeless cinematic visual flair. Since forming in December 2007, the duo has consistently imbued their music with a cinematic and theatrical edge, making each release an experience that straddles both sight and sound. The duo of Antal and Andonov never shy away from a deep dive into the tangled intricacies of personal and interpersonal dynamics, all set against a backdrop of a world teetering on the brink. With their signature blend of haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, Sixth June invites listeners to confront the fragility of connection.
Listen to Tišina at the link below, and order Stay! here.
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