AlterNation - music magazine about Electro, Industrial, EBM, Gothic, Darkwave and more
Chelsea Wolfe - She Reaches Out To She Reaches Out To She


Reads: 491 times

100%


Confronting one's own demons is a process as difficult as it is painful and tumultuous. It requires courage, honesty with oneself, and a deep introspective gaze, challenging extremely difficult truths about oneself and others. Exactly this happens on Chelsea Wolfe's latest, brilliant album. Honestly speaking, I can't remember the last time any release made such a powerful impression on me, was so important, and yet undeniably brilliant in its entirety. Perhaps The Soft Moon or Chris Corner had a similar impact on me, but besides them, few artists can express seemingly inexpressible difficult emotions, processes, and changes as Chelsea Wolfe does.

Her latest, seventh album, "She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She," is a truly transformative journey in which the artist faces up her demons. She began working on it, completely breaking free from alcohol, which had previously acted as a buffer between her and the complicated emotions, fears, and anxieties she experienced. The album was a sort of catharsis, a discovery of herself. In times when few people want to confront their shadow, their dark side, listening to this music, full of pain and beauty, is an incredibly cleansing experience. Chelsea Wolfe forces us to contemplate, moves us, and encourages self-reflection. Musically, this album is simply a masterpiece - intricate, complex, yet immediately resonant - in the mind, heart, memories, and feelings. The original blend of electronics, trip-hop, industrial, and elements of gothic rock creates a unique sonic tapestry. Chelsea's voice - powerful, beautiful, theatrical, dramatic, and hypnotic - is a true emotional knockout. The experimentalism, depth and catchiness of this music are a masterclass in creating an unforgettable atmosphere. I can't point out a specific track that impressed me the most - they are all individual, yet they form a coherent, diverse whole. The intellectual and emotional richness of this album, its sincerity, and immense compositional talent make me already know that it will be one of my most important albums of the year. Make sure to listen to it!

Chelsea Wolfe is an American singer, songwriter, and composer known for her experimental musical style that blends elements of dark folk, doom metal, industrial, and gothic music. Her work is characterized by a dark, hypnotic atmosphere and deep lyrics, addressing themes of emotions, human nature, and dark visions. Wolfe has gained critical acclaim and a dedicated following due to her unique sound and intense, expressive live performances. Her albums such as "Abyss," "Hiss Spun," and "Birth of Violence" have received praise for their originality and artistic depth.


1.Whispers In The Echo Chamber 
2.House Of Self-Undoing 
3.Everything Turns Blue 
4.Tunnel Lights 
5.The Liminal 
6.Eyes Like Nightshade 
7.Salt 
8.Unseen World 
9.Place In The Sun 
10.Dusk 

https://chelseawolfe.com

Release date: 09.02.2024
Label: Loma Vista Recordings
Author:
Translator: khocico
Add date: 2024-02-10 / Music reviews




Newest comments: