Joey Sachi links with AKINAT on “medea”

Based in Tokyo, artist Joey Sachi moved to the Japanese capital from Sydney, Australia in 2022. Influenced by artists such as Mount Kimbie and Tourist, she first unveiled her solo artistic vision the year before via her debut single “If I Ask,” after moving to Tokyo she continued to share her original sound last year, returning with her sophomore track, “Fractured.”

This year she’s continued to build on her creative momentum with new material, first sharing the collaborative single “Reverie” with Affelaye which was followed by a remix of the song. Now she brings us her latest release with the brand new single titled “medea,” this time linking up with producer AKINAT.

Both artists found themselves in Tokyo after relocating there from Sydney 2022 and their shared journey led to an immediate creative spark, resulting in an atmospheric and thought-provoking track. The song takes listeners on a sonic journey through a dreamy musical landscape where a sense of optimism filters into a shimmering soundscape.

Touching on themes of empowerment and reclaiming personal strength, “medea” was written as an ode to taking back power and shaping the life you want. After reaching out to Joey with the idea for the track, the pair found an instant connection through sound, resulting in a stunning electronic track that’s catchy and danceable in equal measure.

Jumping straight in by pulsing groove, playful synth flutters and soft vocalisations, the shuffle of drums injects an invigorating energy before Joey’s elegant vocal leads enter to drift above the atmospheric arrangement. Building the energy with the rattle of drums, the drop ushers in the buzz of stuttered synth textures as airy vocals float infectious melodies above.

Brimming with slick ebb and flow, the track keeps the listener engaged from start to finish while the superb production from AKINAT ensures a shining sound throughout. Capped by dazzling vocal work from Joey Sachi, “medea” sees the two artists serve up a sensational sound of euphoric dance pop music that draws on their talents to deliver a memorable moment of musical magic.

Listen to medea below