Hailing from New Jersey, Octavia is an artist with a powerful backstory of resilience and redemption. Formerly operating under a different name, Octavia ventured on a journey of self-discovery, confronting mental health struggles and substance abuse head-on.
After a hiatus of several years, marked by reflection and personal growth, she emerged stronger than ever, ready to share her truth through music. Influenced by the raw energy of 90s grunge and alternative rock and armed with her compelling voice and electric guitar, Octavia channels her experiences into her debut single, “INSANE!”
Written during her darkest moments, “INSANE!” serves as a raw expression of inner turmoil and defiance. Recorded at Musically Speaking Studios in Blackwood, New Jersey, under the guidance of producer Stephen Childs, Octavia pours her experiences and vulnerabilities into a compelling slice of relatable songwriting filtered through a powerful alternative rock sound.
Opened by the soft plucks of clean electric guitar, floating through a hazy reverb-drenched atmosphere, Octavia’s voice glides in to thread elegant melodies as the guitar gently build up and the subtle punch of drums injects movement. Rising to the chorus, the song explodes with gritty distorted guitars and soaring vocal leads backed by lively backing vocalisations to deliver a burst of sonic energy.
Capped by memorable melodic hooks carrying meaningful lyricism, “INSANE!” serves up an epic sound of profound songwriting that captures the pain the artist struggled through as well as her strength in escaping. Tinged with a grungey aesthetic and brimming with raw energy and bold instrumentation, Octavia’s debut single sees her burst onto the music scene with a rousing track that firmly puts her on the map of exciting new rock artists.
Lyrically, the song tracks the journey of breaking free from self-imposed limitations and societal expectations, connecting with listeners who have faced similar struggles. Octavia’s vocals are impassioned and enthralling, carrying the weight of her experiences with honesty and with each word, she lays bare her soul. Octavia is sure to continue going from strength to strength and we can’t wait to see how Octavia follows up her emphatic first release.
Listen to INSANE! below
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