VEIL’s High Voltage: A Journey Through Experimental Bass and Immersive Storytelling

With her debut album High Voltage, VEIL pushes the boundaries of experimental bass music, creating a sonic and visual experience that redefines the genre. Released alongside a meticulously crafted storyline and audiovisual elements, the album invites listeners into “THE HOLLOW,” a surreal dimension shaped by the will of its central character, AZAL.

The album’s narrative begins with “RESPAWN,” a track that uses experimental bass to open a gateway into THE HOLLOW. Listeners are immediately immersed in AZAL’s world—a space where time and reality are distorted. The following track, “YU,” builds tension with its distorted basslines and siren-like urgency, plunging deeper into AZAL’s journey.

VEIL’s exploration of sound continues with “MOVE FAST AND BREAK THINGS,” a collaboration with HerShe, and “BACK BACK.” Both tracks evoke AZAL’s growing dominance within THE HOLLOW through stomping beats and commanding basslines, embodying a sense of power and chaos.

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The midpoint of the album introduces “00:00,” a hypnotic drum & bass track that shifts the tone. While relatively fluid and gentle compared to earlier tracks, it retains a subtle ominous quality, reminding listeners that nothing in THE HOLLOW is predictable. The refusal to conform to a single genre mirrors VEIL’s commitment to innovation and unpredictability in her music.

A notable moment in the album is “5.9 [INTERLUDE],” described by VEIL as a “malware code that infects the system in THE HOLLOW.” This track pays tribute to the creative team at 5/9, who played a pivotal role in shaping the album’s audiovisual counterpart. The interlude blurs the line between music and narrative, adding another layer of complexity to the experience.

To bring AZAL’s journey to life, VEIL collaborated with Towr Media and 5/9 to develop an entrancing audiovisual show. This immersive experience debuted at Rezz Rocks VI, captivating audiences with a seamless blend of sound and visuals that amplified the album’s storyline.

With High Voltage, VEIL not only delivers a groundbreaking debut but also establishes herself as a visionary in experimental bass music. Each track contributes to a larger narrative, creating an album that is as much about storytelling as it is about sound. For fans of innovative music and immersive experiences, High Voltage is a must-listen.