ETHEREAL SENSATION GHOSTLY KISSES ANNOUNCES SOPHOMORE ALBUM DARKROOM
Through their Box of Secrets initiative, shared on the band’s website during the global post-pandemic era, Ghostly Kisses collected anonymous stories and letters, transforming these shared experiences into their forthcoming mesmerising album, Darkroom. The album intricately weaves a tapestry of emotions, delving into themes of heartbreak, grief, and personal discovery. With this project, the duo aspires to create a secure space for reinvention, embracing the delicate threads of connection that unite fans.
Receiving recent acclaim from Pitchfork, Metal Mag, Wonderland, numerous US radio stations, and having supported the likes of Ry X, Men I Trust, Lord Huron, and Pomme, Ghostly Kisses is establishing its ethereal realm, drawing in a highly-engaged international following. Their inaugural shows in South East Asia (China, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore) last year further solidified Launching into 2024 with a resounding impact, the ethereal dream-pop phenomenon, Ghostly Kisses, comprised of French-Canadians Margaux Sauvé and Louis-Étienne Santais, is set to unveil their presence on the global stage.
Their highly anticipated second studio album, Darkroom, scheduled for release on May 17. This upcoming record signifies a profound rebirth for the acclaimed duo, delving deeper into their sonic explorations, wielding complete creative control and solidifying their status as cult figures within the dynamic landscape of the pop scene.
Ghostly Kisses sets the tone for anticipation with the debut of their latest single, "On & Off" – a luminous pop masterpiece woven from the tumultuous fabric of inconsistent and complex love. Through evocative lyrics, Margaux delicately croons, "You're so close but yet far / I always wonder how you are / From the morning's light to the night's embrace," encapsulating the passion and intricacies of love and desire in her unparalleled style. Co-produced in collaboration with Oli Bayston (known for his work with Rachel Chinouriri and Olivia Dean), “On & Off” showcases Margaux's distinctive, enchanting vocals gliding over their most commercially appealing track to date.
Of the track, Margaux Sauvé said; ““On & Off” depicts a complex and tumultuous cyclical relationship where two people constantly break off and get back together. The lyrics draw inspiration from a revelation in the “Box Of Secrets” - which was the conceptual inspiration behind our new album “Darkroom”. These narratives have been gleaned from various stories within the Ghostly Kisses community. We looked to instil a sense of nostalgia into the rhythm, to pair ethereal vocals with a sense of yearning.”