Sydney’s blossoming electro-pop scene has just received a fresh injection of talent with KYARA sharing a powerful dose of luminous attitude. Her latest single, ‘Bloodshot’, arrives as a deeply intimate yet wonderfully cinematic single, charting the personal journey from sleepless heartache to unwavering self-worth.
Written, recorded, and produced entirely within the confines of her own bedroom studio, the new single is a testament to KYARA’s artistic vision. Backed by a triumphant DIY approach, the track holds to a gorgeous, almost confessional quality, which is expertly layered beneath a veneer of smoky, pulsing electronic textures. Drawing on a lineage that stretches from classic synthpop icons to modern, boundary-pushing electronic auteurs, KYARA has created a sound that is both familiar in its nostalgia and utterly cutting-edge.
The atmosphere throughout ‘Bloodshot’ is instantly intoxicating, creating a mood and feel that is impossible to deny. Sultry beats underpin ethereal, shimmering synths, creating a soundscape fit for a late-night drive through neon-lit streets. Gliding over the lush production, KYARA’s haunting vocals tell a transformative tale. It’s a narrative of moving past the anxiety of waiting for a lost lover and stepping fully into the strength of choosing oneself.
Speaking openly about the new single, KYARA shared, “’Bloodshot’ tells the story of a woman who once lay awake at night, anxiously waiting for a lover who had left her for someone else. With time, she finds her strength, discovers her worth, and ultimately chooses herself when that lover tries to return. The song carries sass, attitude, and empowerment—speaking directly to the man once placed on a pedestal, telling him it’s too late now. I’ve outgrown waiting for someone like him.”
Following a string of buzzworthy releases that have garnered recognition from influential players like triple j, KYARA is fast cementing her position as one of Australia’s most exciting voices. Through and through, ‘Bloodshot’ is a hypnotic invitation into a dreamlike universe, tinged with a delicious sense of sensuality and emotional liberation.
It's the sound of letting go and glowing up, solidifying KYARA as an artist who has arrived. You can stream the new single above, and for more, be sure to follow KYARA today on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
