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Step Into the World of IONNA with ‘Supernatural’
For those always on the lookout for fresh synth-pop gems, IONNA’s latest release, “Supernatural”, does not disappoint. The brainchild of Richmond, VA-based singer-songwriter and producer Soraya Silene, IONNA is a project that blends the nostalgic allure of the ’80s with modern electronic storytelling. Drawing inspiration from icons like Kate Bush, The Cure, and St. Vincent, IONNA creates a sound that is both danceable and atmospheric.
“Supernatural” continues the evolving narrative of IONNA, a cyborg who has fallen in love with a human. As her partner longs to become like her, she warns against the transformation—an emotional tension that fuels the track’s anthemic energy. The song is a masterful fusion of shimmering synths, pulsating beats, and mesmerizing vocal effects, particularly in the pre-chorus, where Silene’s voice takes on an almost ethereal quality. Each layer of production enhances the futuristic yet deeply human themes at play.
Soraya Silene’s journey as an artist began in 2012 when she opened a music venue in Richmond’s arts district—a space that quickly became a cultural melting pot for electronic music, synth-pop, and rock. After moving to New York and releasing Americana/Rock singles, she embarked on a mission in 2019 to learn self-production. This reinvention led to the creation of IONNA, a project where storytelling, sound design, and electronic textures merge into something truly unique.
With its infectious energy and rich textures, “Supernatural” is an essential listen for any synth-pop enthusiast. The blend of retro influences and cutting-edge production creates a track that is both nostalgic and futuristic—a true standout in the genre.
It is easy to see why a songwriter might be drawn to a story like this. Relationships rarely finish as neatly as people would like, and the space between “it is over” and “maybe we should try again” can produce plenty of material. For Dysmusia, that space becomes the setting for latest single “In your eyes”, out now through Now Listen.
The Irish singer-songwriter has a knack for keeping his writing close to everyday life, and this track benefits from that approach. He looks at an old relationship that has already gone through several attempts at making things work, then focuses on what happens when those feelings start creeping back in.
What makes the song appealing is the balance between sincerity and a lighter touch. Dysmusia is clearly invested in the situation, but he does not turn every moment into a grand declaration. There is room for a bit of humour and hesitation along the way, which keeps the song feeling natural.
The arrangement gives the song a pleasing lift. Acoustic guitar sits at the heart of it, with the dropped tuning adding some richness and a second guitar bringing extra colour. The result has folk at its core but carries enough indie-rock influence to give it a little extra punch.
Dysmusia’s Irish background is another part of the picture. Based between Antrim and Dublin and coming from a musical family, he has developed a style that puts storytelling alongside contemporary guitar sounds.
“In your eyes” brings those influences together without making a fuss about them. It is a personable, melodic track about feelings that refuse to follow a neat timetable, delivered with enough warmth to make the story easy to get behind.
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