Music has always been a bridge to the sensory and the unknown, but Alex June has decided to take that connection to a whole new level. With the release of her single and music video “Obsidiana”, the Chilean artist delivers a dark and brilliant hymn, a work where sound experimentation and visual narrative converge to open a new era in her career.
“Obsidiana” reflects a personal and creative transformation in Alex June, who after two years of introspection while mothering his son, decided to embrace the freedom to create without seeking approval from others. This period of change resulted in a progressive and sensory sound, loaded with symbolism and textures that evoke strength, darkness and delicacy. Obsidian, the volcanic stone that inspires the title, represents protection, connection to the earth and profound change, values that resonate with the vision of this project.
The single, produced in collaboration with QLOUD and mastered in Dolby Atmos by Grammy winner Christopher Manhey, delves into little-explored alternative pop terrain. From the opening bars, the song unfolds an immersive aural narrative, built with a fusion of digital synthesizers like Serum, real sounds – like broken glass and swords – and acoustic instruments like piano and cello. Alex’s voice, with layers ranging from lyrical to whispered, completes this unique sensory experience.
The use of Dolby Atmos technology is no minor detail. According to Manhey, this immersive format allows each element of the arrangement to come to life in a three-dimensional space, making the music transcend the boundaries of traditional stereo. Lyrical choruses, ambient effects and heavy bass find their place in a 360-degree sound field, amplifying the emotional depth of the track. This technical decision reflects Alex June’s ambition to expand the possibilities of music as immersive art.
The music video, directed by Andrew of the Trimex collective and worked with high-tech artificial intelligence, translates the sonic universe of “Obsidiana” into captivating images. The surreal landscapes, ethereal textures and contrasts between light and dark create a visual narrative that perfectly complements the symbolism of the song. It is a reflection of the Fairy Core aesthetic that defines Alex, a combination of the futuristic and the dreamlike that dialogues with her most prominent influences, such as Björk and FKA Twigs.
“Obsidian“ also marks the beginning of a larger journey: ”El Canto del Cisne”, Alex June’s next album. This project promises to expand the artist’s creative universe with epic narratives, progressive sounds and an even deeper exploration of the emotional and the symbolic. However, her evolution does not end there; with scenic proposals and a constant commitment to her community, Alex seeks to continue challenging the limits of what is established in alternative music.
In her own words, “Obsidiana” represents her most sincere and mature way of making art, a space where technology, classical and experimental meet to create something truly unique. This release not only consolidates her place in the alternative scene, but also positions her as one of the most innovative artists of her generation.
If you haven’t seen the music video or heard the single yet, now is the time. Alex June is redefining alternative pop, and “Obsidiana” is the perfect starting point to enter her world.
