New music video from Dräger

Spencer Draeger, under the artistic banner Dräger, seems to have his finger firmly on the pulse of today’s dystopian era. A multi-talented artist, he’s a songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and director, with a presence in both the film and fashion industries. As a visionary in multiple mediums, Draeger draws influence from a diverse musical palette, including the CBGB era punk, dreamy 80s synth pop, and the drugged-out 90s psychedelic scene. His forthcoming sophomore record, Delusions of Grandeur, set to drop next year, is poised to offer an artistic perspective that’s part satirical, part sarcastic, yet wholly playful, tackling heavy themes like technology, love, and society on the cusp of a new world.

Dräger’s latest offering is the single “Midnight Mystery,” a dazzling foray into the world of synth pop. It’s a track that marries a vivid array of synth tones with punchy electronic beats, all enveloped in Draeger’s rich, velvety vocals. The result is a shimmering soundscape that effortlessly combines catchy melodic hooks with energetic rhythms.

The track truly captivates with its bright and anthemic chorus. As Draeger’s vocals soar above the enthralling synth tapestry, you can’t help but be drawn into the infectious melody. But it’s not just the music that Dräger uses to convey his artistic vision. The accompanying music video is a visual treat that pays homage to the 1980s influences that permeate the song. In this video, we see Draeger performing “Midnight Mystery” on stage with a full band, an aesthetic that feels like a throwback to the era when bands made their mark on television screens across the globe. It’s a clever juxtaposition of modern synth pop with a retro visual style, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the track.

One remarkable aspect of Dräger’s work is his complete creative control. He’s a true DIY artist, handling every aspect of his music production, from writing and performing to producing, mixing and mastering, all done in his home studio in Brooklyn. This level of autonomy ensures that his creative output remains undiluted from start to finish.

The same hands-on approach extends to his music videos, which he writes, directs, and edits himself. It’s an ethos rooted in a desire to provide a seamless connection between the music and its visual representation. Draeger explains, “We have adapted to a voyeuristic, visual-centric lifestyle, and amidst the vanity and other byproducts of fighting for your screen time, I think to fully tell a story of a song, you must now show people what you mean with a video. I’d hate the sentiment to be lost in translation with someone else telling my story. But I also, just like with songwriting, love the process of creating and exploring other ways to express it all.”

“Midnight Mystery” is a stunning showcase of Dräger’s artistic prowess and his ability to merge past influences with a contemporary twist. As he continues to navigate the ever-evolving musical landscape, one thing is clear; Dräger is an artist who knows how to create compelling, thought-provoking and memorable music that resonates with a modern audience.

Commenting on the single, he shares, “Midnight Mystery was originally intended for a compilation album for Italians Do It Better but then I kept it to myself. So I had this dark synth pop track about summer which felt a little different from the course I was going. It kind of marked a point in what I wanted to do next though and am glad the inspiration came from outside of me just sitting around jamming like I always do. I tend to do well when I’m writing for something as opposed to just writing for the sake of writing.”

Watch the music video for Midnight Mystery below

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