In world of fantasy indie music, Gelax is a mesmerising musical project that infuses their sound with dreamy vocals, abstract lyricism and hypnotic grooves into a spellbinding sonic fabric that transports listeners to otherworldly dimensions. Founded in Toronto, Canada in 2016 by singer-songwriter Gelareh and multi-instrumentalist Tareq, Gelax’s musical journey is as much a tale of artistic expression as it is a quest for liberation and self-discovery.
Fleeing their respective dictatorship countries to pursue music and find a new beginning, Gelareh and Tareq channel their passion into songs of protest against oppression, discrimination and cultural shackles. Drawing inspiration from a myriad of genres, fashion styles and avant-garde art, Gelax’s constantly evolving approach to music is reflected in their visually stunning creative output.
With a string of well-received singles and the critically acclaimed EP Dreamonic, Gelax won over audiences with their haunting imagery and experimental soundscapes. Now, after an extended hiatus, the duo returns with their most powerful musical statement yet, the upcoming album Shhh… which is set to cover themes of isolation, unrest and reflection amidst the backdrop of global turmoil.
Now they bring us their first new music in three years with the brand new lead single “Loki” lifted from the upcoming album, released via the Mint400 Records imprint. Opened by siren-like vocal swells, ushering in a dreamy atmosphere, instrumental shots are met with the lively patter of drums to cast an enthralling soundscape.
Splashy cymbals and intense vocalisations build up the tension before flowing into a dark and moody indie experience packed full of driving guitar tones and driving rhythm. Gelarehs dancing vocal leads flutter above the punchy arrangement to create a rousing and energising listening experience before drifting through a delicate clean guitar-led finale to deliver a thrilling sound that’s at once engaging and haunting.
It’s a superb new offering that marks the duo’s sensational return while building the excitement for their forthcoming full-length record. Paired with the single is the new music video which delivers a dark and cinematic visual accompaniment to reflect the intensity and eerie aesthetic of the music in a spectacular way.
Commenting on the single, Gelax shares, “The song just came effortlessly, especially after the COVID pandemic period, where we saw a big unrest between races, sexes, genders, sexualities, political views, ideological views, even scientific matters. It felt like a big divide was happening all while some corporate masters seemed to be profiting more than ever. There was an existential threat to us all as humans coming in the form of diseases, inequality, political dictatorships, atmospheric changes to our weather, etc , yet we were not paying attention and directing our frustrations towards each other. Loki is the warning. The shape shifting god is coming back to add to our chaos and deception while we’re all distracted.”
Watch the music video for Loki below
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