Contre Soirée – Psychiatry (Digital EP – Veyl)
Contre Soirée originally began as a duo in 2017, but soon evolved into a solo project led by French artist Olivier Decodts. This new release, arriving four years after a split album with Blind Delon, feels like a deeply personal statement—reportedly shaped by the artist’s time spent in a psychiatric hospital.
The EP consists of four tracks, each strong enough to stand alone as a single. It’s a potent blend of Dark-Wave, marked by polished synth work that adds depth and finesse. The electronic elements lend both melody and a subtly uplifting dimension, infusing the music with a dark Pop sensibility. The closing track is a cover of The Pixies, and it stands out as the heaviest piece on the record, leaning more heavily into Post-Punk territory.
This is a brilliant release—compact, emotionally resonant, and expertly produced. Contre Soirée is an artist well worth discovering. (Rating:8½).
Listen to “Don’t Wake Me Up”:
https://contresoiree.bandcamp.com/track/dont-wake-me-up
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