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‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division

  ‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division In ‘The Journey,’ a sonic mosaic unfolds that—permeated by neon-soaked synth pads and a melody that feels like memory—is less a song than a spiritual compass. The time that relentlessly pursues us, according to ‘Time keeps chasing us every day’, is not portrayed as an enemy, but as a constant touchstone that we face with our heads held high: ‘ We won't let the rain wash us away’ . Photography, here metaphorically as a key to the past, opens doors to moments that seem long gone but live on within us. The chorus – a kind of collective mantra – describes not just a journey, but an intertwining of stories that support each other. The garden in which hopes take root becomes a symbol of what must be nurtured in order to flourish. And when ‘ our songs have lost a note or two ’, it is not a flaw, but proof of lived depth. A song that is not meant to be heard, but to be lived through – like a familiar glance at an old photo album by candlelight. b...
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A Fusion of Nostalgia and Futurism in Alternative Electro-Pop: 'Tired Wild Hearts' by ALTARVIOLET

‘Tired Wild Hearts’ by ALTARVIOLET

ALTARVIOLET sounds like an unfamiliar, misty forest path, accompanied by trip-hop beats and surrounded by distant dark synths. Greta Hotmer's voice balances finely between tart and sweet, penetrating through the dense canopy like the finest rays of sunlight. 
‘Tired Wild Hearts’ by ALTARVIOLET
Her latest project fuses electropop, witch house, and acoustic melodies to create a unique listening experience that makes you feel like you're in a retro-vintage lounge and a futuristic spaceship simultaneously.
With the title track of the recently released album ‘Tired Wild Hearts’, ALTARVIOLET criticises those who deny responsibility for their own mistakes while exploiting others. The theme of emotional exploitation and double standards is explored and underscored with sharp imagery. 
However, the song also offers a glimmer of hope by reminding us of the power of love and the human spirit to heal and renew. This dualistic portrayal makes the song both a social critique and a reflection on the resilience and restorative power of the human soul. 
Anyone captivated by ‘Tired Wild Hearts’ should definitely give the album a listen, as it has so much to offer.



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