Finland-based synth pop, dance rock group AVES has brought us the perfect addition to our playlists before the end of summer – “Jaguar” ft. Charlotta Kerbs.
This dream pop track evokes reminiscence and summer nostalgia with its reflective lyrics, while also reminding us that they are “holding onto this moment”. “Jaguar” contains a great amount of energy, jam-packed with pleasurable synth loops, harmonies, and a catchy shoegaze-esque chorus and bridge, pulling on elements of psychedelia mixed with pop and disco. The vocals are immersive; it is difficult to not get carried away by them and the rest of what makes this track so unique: “We wanted to mash up the AVES sound with 70’s progressive rock anthems, to which Charlotta’s soulful voice brought the perfect balance,” they say.
“‘Jaguar’ is about someone troubled by their past. As an escape from this burden they spend their days as if half asleep, dissociated from the people and events around them.” They continue, “One day a jaguar appears to them in a waking dream. Its grace and confidence reminds them of a purer self. Someone with the strength to break destructive habits and regain control of their life.”
Bringing together synth pop, disco and rock elements reminiscent of groups such as Empire of the Sun, Tame Impala and Jungle, AVES are setting the scene for the epic musical journey ahead. This track is the second off their forthcoming album.
Find this and more exciting new music on our Alchemical Multigenre Mixdown playlist on Spotify.
Emma Page, a recent Journalism graduate of The George Washington University, possesses a passion for music journalism and storytelling in all its forms. Originally from Baltimore, MD, when she is not writing, she can be found at a local concert or making music of her own.
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