Apparently it’s trippy week here on MusicTaste. I’m here to chase the dragon and show you another great psychedelic track that should be on your radar. Sparkler Hair by Marginalia is an energetic and avant-garde electronic pop composition that doesn’t shy away from its authentic sound, with an intoxicating mix of bouncy rhythm and vocal distortion.
The vocals are made up of two voices distorted in a way that combines the highs and lows of each of their voices, creating this sonic wall that blends their tones and cadences. With their registers being so different, that combination of voices allows the strong points of each to shine while also adding to the psychedelic trippy feel by combining their cadences. It feels like you’re seeing double with this vocal effect, each voice shifting in and out of focus not letting the listener settle on an individual tone.
The video is also a great addition to the vibe the track is creating. It uses imagery of nature and water as well as spirits moving through it to match the ethereal tone. There is something about the Lofi way the video was filmed combined with the avant-garde ambience of the track that creates an aesthetic that feels both honest and surreal at the same time. This combo is almost uneasy but the bold charismatic vocal performance makes it feel more like chaotic euphoria than unease.
The synths throughout this track uplift the vocals, guiding the melody through its sonic changes. When the song speeds up in the second half, the synths become more intense to match the evolving energy of the track. They help ease the transition and make it feel more natural. The synths also reinforce the euphoric energy carried by the vocals. They have an ethereal and shiny timbre that provides a sonic backbone to the tone of the vocals. They also contrast the depth of the song’s rhythm section providing diversity that adds to the track’s mix.
The vocal charisma and trippy effects are what sold me on this track but the rhythmic pulse at its core and emphatic, bold synths help build its sound into something truly special.
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