Haus of Sound drops new single “Mirage”

Hailing from Everett in Washington, the electrifying electronic rock outfit known as Haus of Sound are making an impact with their genre-breaking sound, crashing together the drama of 2000s power pop, the punch of nu metal and the shimmer of modern synths into something that hits hard and sticks with you. Born from the embers of y2k!, a Seattle-based tribute to Top 40 hits and the Lady Gaga cover project Poker Face, the band are now walking an original path that channels the audacity of the past into music that feels incredibly new.

Leading their sound is an operatic female vocal set against a backdrop of heavy bass, gritty guitars and cinematic production. Haus of Sound deliver sonic theatre that’s full of angst, energy and a hefty dose of attitude, resulting in a gripping musical output that’s been striking a chord with listeners across the USA and beyond. Opening this exciting new chapter in April, they unveiled their original sonic vision with their ska punk style debut single “Anxiety,” following up the next month with their sophomore outing “Pain in my Eyes” which leaned into their pop punk influences.

Now they bring us their latest release with their brand new third single titled “Mirage,” a track which once again offers something new with a darker, moodier vibe, revealing a heavier edge to their sonic fabric. Blending synth-driven alternative rock with spoken rap vocals and sweeping choruses, the track draws inspiration from acts like Evanescence and Linkin Park to deliver a shift in tone, but one that feels like a natural development; intense, immersive and deeply emotive.

Frontwoman Gabrielle leads the track with soaring vocals that ripple with vulnerability and power, while co-vocalist Dex Morgenstern brings a counterpoint with spoken-word verses that channel a reflective energy reminiscent of Mike Shinoda. The interplay between their voices creates a thrilling push and pull, echoing the track’s themes of illusion, regret and internal conflict. Thematically, the song revolves around a potent metaphor of desert mirages as symbols of ambition and self-deception, framing a meditation on the things we chase, the truths we ignore and the identities we wrestle with.

Opened by the pulse of rolling bass notes, the arrangement launches into a moody alternative rock scene with layers of thick guitar rhythms and twanging notes propelled by the steady punch of drums. As Gabrielle’s commanding voice enters, she spins lively melodic flickers above before Dex enters to thread razor-sharp rapped lines into the track. Erupting into an anthemic chorus that shakes with crunching instrumentation and enthralling call and response vocals, the track serves up spectacular showcase of Haus of Sound’s fiercely original sound.

Wrapped in an epic atmosphere and peppered with intricate synth textures, “Mirage” sees Haus of Sound go from strength to strength with a stellar display of their truly compelling musical output. As they prepare to release their upcoming debut full-length record, Campfire Stories, 2025 is shaping up to be a breakout year for this exciting new band on the rise.

Listen to Mirage below

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