Emerging from the sun-drenched landscapes of Byron Bay, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Serena Rose is set to captivate audiences with her ethereal new single, ‘Touching Skies’. Premiering exclusively with us a day ahead of its official 28th November release, the track is a clear high point in the artist’s catalogue, offering a transportive journey into a realm of blissful, woozy psychedelia.
Rose has meticulously crafted a sound that feels both understated and immensely powerful—a quality that has rightly earned her comparisons to the atmospheric indie legends Mazzy Star. However, she brings a distinctive cinematic and spiritual depth to her work, drawing not just from psychedelic rock but also from the rich textures of film scores and classical compositions. This eclectic inspiration results in music that attempts to capture pure, unadulterated emotion rather than linear narrative.
For Rose, creation is a deeply personal and reflective process. She carves her songs out of life’s most surreal and transformative experiences, finding profound beauty even in the most challenging moments. She explains her process: “Through hard times, I look for the beauty in the dark and that is where I find most of my music.” This approach shines through on ‘Touching Skies’, which beautifully embodies a paradoxical sense of stillness amidst euphoria—a wistful, floating reflection on what has passed and what is still possible.
The track’s production, which Rose handled herself from her home studio, is flawless and expansive, featuring guitars that ebb and flow like emotional tides. This instrumental grace perfectly complements her calm, reassuring vocals, which act as a soothing presence throughout the track. Of her artistic purpose, Rose candidly shared, “My music draws from the deepest crevices of life’s experiences and holds a space that not so many people regularly journey to. Therefore, it can be very uplifting, even confronting and inspiring.”
Devoted to her craft since officially launching her solo project in 2021, Rose is also a student of Music and Audio Studies. Her dedication has seen her share stages with acclaimed acts like Dancing Water, Luna Dirt, and Jack Davies & The Bush Chooks. Beyond her solo work, her compositions have even graced the big screen, with her song ‘Nuance’ featuring in the short film ‘Wake’—a project that premiered with a live performance from the artist at Cinema Nova in 2025.
Expertly mixed by Alain De Carne and mastered by Rick Snowden, ‘Touching Skies’ is a truly entrancing piece of music, solidifying Serena Rose’s status as a formidable talent ready to take on the world.
Set for its official release tomorrow, the new single is a perfect introduction to a magnificent new talent. For more from Serena, be sure to follow her today on Facebook and Instagram.
