The debut release of multimedia visual artist Aurelia, ‘Wax’ is a scintillating piece of hauntingly beautiful electronic music. The song stems from a point of vulnerability, a deeply personal experience that Aurelia translates into her current state of mind through song. It’s about being stuck, about yearning for affection, and about coming to terms with who she is and her sexuality. The ‘Wax’ becomes a metaphor, a material that hardens and coats you the same way your old habits become and rigid and prevent you from evolving into something new. Aurelia’s vocal range that goes from low to a powerful falsetto alongside heavily distorted vocals and an intriguing breakdown make for a pulsating piece of electro-pop.
What makes ‘Wax’ so particularly special is Aurelia bringing out her own vulnerability with tension and hair-chilling vocals. It’s dark and dreary, to the point wherein it wouldn’t sound out of place in a horror movie. Nonetheless, it’s immensely moving and carried by a vocal performance that’s immense in its range.