Rykarda Parasol’s Like Maria Callas is an energetic nod to the legendary opera singer, blending her indie rock roots with a sense of theatrical grandeur. The sonic does so with class and style in a way that’s not obvious, but is delightfully fun. There’s a raucousness to this track that’s decisively indie, but also a cinematic quality that brings that operatic element in as well.
A former opera student herself, Parasol infuses the track with both reverence and rebelliousness, creating a fusion of psych rock, folk, and noir that feels right at home alongside influences like Velvet Underground and Richard Hell. Like Maria Callas captures that New York grit while maintaining an air of elegance, as if straddling the line between dive bar and opera hall on a Friday night.
For long-time fans, Parasol’s journey from shadowed narratives to more hopeful tones continues here, yet her signature dark timbre and offbeat style remain. Originally from San Francisco, Parasol has since taken her evocative, semi-autobiographical storytelling to stages across Europe, building a loyal following for her unique brand of indie rock with an edge.