Otherwoman releases debut single “Existential Crisis”

Auckland-based artist day13n and frequent collaborator TAMiii have long been known for their innovative alternative rap sound and now, alongside their trusted producer Taimana, they’ve crystallise their sonic partnership in a dedicated new project called Otherwoman. This exciting new venture sees the trio draw on their shared musical vision, bringing a unified energy to their already established chemistry.

Making their official debut under the Otherwoman name, they introduce themselves with their first single titled “Existential Crisis”, a grungy and reflective track that arrives on Valentine’s Day, but not in the way you might expect. While most artists lean into love and romance for a February 14th release, Otherwoman flips the script, delivering an anthem of solitude, self-reflection and personal validation.

Blending elements of Earl Sweatshirt’s brooding lyricism with the gritty energy of grunge acts like Nirvana, “Existential Crisis” stitches together melancholic instrumentation and dark, melodic textures. Yet beneath the shadowy exterior lies an undercurrent of optimism, as the chorus encourages listeners to embrace time alone and find strength within themselves rather than seeking validation from others.

While the track marks the project’s official entrance, the track itself has already been making an impact with fans of day13n, TAMiii and Taimana becoming familiar with the song for some time, having heard it performed live at JMSN’s tour and Artists for Palestine with CHAII. The audience response at these events was overwhelming, with social media buzzing with calls for an official release long before the announcement was made. Now, with the track finally out in the world, Otherwoman is set to build on the anticipation and deliver a landmark year of music.

Offering an alternative context to soundtrack for the day of affection, the song opens with moody guitar plucks and twanging notes before TAMiii’s hushed vocal flows enter, giving way to the intensity of day13n’s gravelly delivery. Flowing with the punch of pulsing beats and shrouded in dark sonic atmosphere, the two vocalists trade bars to deliver a slick and enthralling soundscape wrapped up in a potent hundred second dose.

To mark the release of their debut single, Otherwoman is embarking on a one-of-a-kind tour, performing live at Auckland beaches throughout next month. With three more singles, a full-length album, exclusive physical releases and a nationwide tour all on the horizon, 2025 is set to be a breakout year for this thrilling new supergroup who’ll no doubt be joined by countless fans on their exciting musical adventure.

Listen to Existential Crisis below

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