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Vision Video Delivers Masterful Tune ‘Balaclava Kiss’
The highly anticipated recent single from modern goth rock band Vision Video, “Balaclava Kiss,” is set to captivate listeners with its brooding atmosphere and soaring melodies. This single offers a tantalizing taste of what’s to come in their upcoming album, set to dominate playlists later this year.
“Balaclava Kiss” intricately weaves together poignantly poetic lyrics and lavishly layered instrumentals, showcasing the band’s signature blend of ethereal synths, driving basslines, and evocative guitar riffs. Frontman Dusty Gannon’s mesmerizing vocals, dripping with raw emotion, soar over the dynamic soundscape below. Co-vocalist and keyboardist Emily Fredock perfectly complements Dusty’s commanding melodic lines with her striking vocal tone and powerful performance prowess.
Vision Video remains unwavering in their exploration of the human psyche in their lyrics, and “Balaclava Kiss” is no different, delving deep into the complexity of the human condition. Speaking on the creative process of the single, frontman Dusty Gannon shares:
“I take a lot of inspiration from my observations of interesting imagery that I see in the world. I saw a picture a while back of someone raising up a balaclava to kiss a person, and it felt like such a beautiful, dualistic image that inspired the spirit of the song. ‘Balaclava Kiss’ is essentially a protest song that we wrote about the rise of fascist, right-wing ideology in the world. Here in America, we’re watching an intense commitment to the denigration of human rights, both through domestic and foreign policy. Seeing the unmasking of things like Project 2025 and Trump’s appointed Supreme Court rolling back decades of legal precedents that protected human rights and freedoms is both alarming and sickening, but conversely, the Democratic party supporting the unabashed attempted genocide of Palestinians is equally disturbing. This song is all about getting out into the streets and protesting, but in a non-violent, non-compliant sort of way—and with the police and corporate surveillance becoming so pervasive, balaclavas are an excellent way to subvert facial recognition algorithms!”
With such an important sentiment at the heart of this single, “Balaclava Kiss” is poised to become an instant classic in the rock realm. Showcasing their unique brand of modern goth rock, Vision Video cements their place as torchbearer of the genre right now.
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Naud Takes Flight with ‘Un Gars Bian’: A Wild Ride of Music & Madness
Photo credit: Isis Mecheraf

After ten years of musical mischief, Naud has finally dropped anchor, or rather taken flight, with Un Gars Bian, an album that feels like a hug from an old friend and an impromptu dance party all at once. This high-energy, genre-mashing adventure blends alternative pop, electro, funk, and whatever else Naud felt like throwing into the mix. Think Marseille’s “joyous chaos” bottled up into soundwaves, bursting with playful unpredictability.
Leading things off is “Déjà Vu,” a sweet-and-sour love song about a romance that spanned across Europe but never quite took off, kind of like booking a first-class ticket to heartbreak. It’s got just the right mix of experimental vibes and catchy pop magic to make you groove while overthinking your past relationships.
The album title, Un Gars Bian, is a cheeky play on words, merging Marseille (city in France) slang for “seagull” (gabian) with “un gars bien” (a nice guy). It’s basically Naud in a nutshell: a free-spirited, big-hearted artist who wants to spread good vibes, reckless creativity, and a touch of joyful madness. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s also launched an Un Gars Bian t-shirt line, because what’s better than wearing your philosophy on your sleeve, literally? Grab yours here!
So, are you ready to embrace the joyful chaos? Un Gars Bian is the perfect excuse to dance like nobody’s watching and live life with a little more mischief. Let’s gooo!
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