Violet Hour Transmissions, based in Portland, is enhancing its gothic and darkwave catalog with three recent releases, including two from Norwegian duo Plastik Noir. Their debut album, Whispers From the Attic, offers a haunting journey through themes of decay and solitude, while The Beginning compiles their initial EPs. Both releases are available on Bandcamp. Additionally, the label introduces Waters of Life by Puerto Rican group Nebuloso, which expands on their earlier EP with new tracks, including a cover of Bach’s "Come, Sweet Death."
This trend of reimagining and expanding musical narratives invites us to consider: How do the artistic choices in soundscapes—like minimalism and experimentation—affect the emotional depth conveyed in darkwave music?
