The shocking start and finish of 1950’s Sunset Boulevard presents a body bobbing in a pool, leaving us pondering how this mysterious soul, now speaking from the afterlife, met such a tragic end. What twists and turns unfolded in the meantime? The corruption of fame, the cost of clout chasing, and the madness of attention-grabbing antics are nothing new in Tinseltown. From Kenneth Anger’s tea-spilling tome Hollywood Babylon to Mommie Dearest, the OJ Simpson trial and its Kardashian aftermath, and today’s wave of vapid influencers hawking future landfill, Los Angeles has long been the hub of social climbing calamities. It’s a city where the glitter often masks the grime, and where everyone’s scrambling for their fifteen minutes of fame, even if it means losing their sanity. So, while the bright lights dazzle and the red carpets beckon, remember that Hollywood’s shiny façade often hides a much darker reality.
Geneva Jacuzzi’s new single, Scene Ballerina, from her forthcoming album, Triple Fire, playfully mocks our celebrity-obsessed culture. Directed by Thalia Mavros, the video pays homage to Ken Russell’s 1969 film Women in Love, which masterfully adapts D.H. Lawrence’s novel. The film explores the complex lives of two sisters and their relationships, highlighted by Russell’s bold direction. This whimsical tribute blends humor and homage, reflecting on personal and societal tensions.
The “scene ballerina” in the lyrics thrives on overstimulation and attention. She twirls and spins, spreading rumors and secrets, and seeks the spotlight, posing and shouting for all to hear. Her charm ensnares lovers, and she lives in a fantasy world where she believes she’s the center of the universe.
Geneva Jacuzzi stepped into the shoes of The Scene Ballerina with a playful spirit, laughing at herself and bringing a light-hearted touch to the project. This video captures the raw essence of Los Angeles, shining a light on the stark divides that define the city as well as the artists who fuel the underground scenes.
“We all know that person: The Scene Ballerina,” quips Jacuzzi. “Stirring up a whirlpool of drama. Leaping to the center of the spotlight, spinning lies, twisting stories. All for attention. A tragic character. I can name a few ;)”
The video features a cast of characters from the Los Angeles scene, including members of Aurat, La Sombra Luminosa’s G ٠ S ٠ E ٠ D, Sayaka Nono, Mimi Cry, Fuedal, Noisepup, and more!
Watch the video for “Scene Ballerina” below:
With Triple Fire, Jacuzzi expands and sharpens her distinctive mix of midnight melodies and mutant aerobics, delivering a 12-track odyssey of eclectic synth-pop and sly, post-apocalyptic camp.
The album was self-produced, and mixed by Chris Coady. It also features musical contributions and additional production from Josh Da Costa, Andrew Clinco of Drab Majesty, and Roderick Edens & Andrew Briggs. On producing the album, Geneva explains, “Halfway through, we started calling this the record of the prophecy, the record that’s going to save mankind.”
Triple Fire is out on August 23rd via Dais Records.
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