A perfect album to round up the end of summer, Natalia Rogovin's electro-pop project Human Touch is an extraordinary spin on dreamy anthems. Promise Not to Fall is a dance-inducing, pulsating record with haunting vocals, and moody synthesizers. Rogovin has altogether produced a collection of organic, electronic beats described as "a heartbroken mix of neon lights and entangled limbs, all underpinned with the sentimental moodiness of a bleached sunset or a high school dance."
Starting the album with the emotional, hypnotic tune "Promise Not to Fall" gives you shivers. Rogovin's monotone vocals are reminiscent of Molly Nilsson, and the electro-pop instrumentals throughout the record are similar to Wesley Eisold of Cold Cave. The characteristics of Rogovin's vocals add depth to the tracks, in the sense of a robotic quality that complements the electronic arrangement. Similarly, "Black Tongue" highlights her drone-like voice that hooks you in, while programmed drums on the track "Melt" give a solid foundation underneath the bright synths.
Rogovin's timeless melancholic songwriting gives each track a glimmer of warmth. "Living Young" is one of those songs about choosing between a safe, structured life or seeking new experiences, as she croons "running from the daylight / leaving for the night / let go of the past / doesn't it feel right."
Promise Not to Fall is a unique rehash of '80s electro-pop. Rogovin's ability to simultaneously craft modern and retro-futuristic sounds that blend cohesively will make you feel more alive.
(Independent)Starting the album with the emotional, hypnotic tune "Promise Not to Fall" gives you shivers. Rogovin's monotone vocals are reminiscent of Molly Nilsson, and the electro-pop instrumentals throughout the record are similar to Wesley Eisold of Cold Cave. The characteristics of Rogovin's vocals add depth to the tracks, in the sense of a robotic quality that complements the electronic arrangement. Similarly, "Black Tongue" highlights her drone-like voice that hooks you in, while programmed drums on the track "Melt" give a solid foundation underneath the bright synths.
Rogovin's timeless melancholic songwriting gives each track a glimmer of warmth. "Living Young" is one of those songs about choosing between a safe, structured life or seeking new experiences, as she croons "running from the daylight / leaving for the night / let go of the past / doesn't it feel right."
Promise Not to Fall is a unique rehash of '80s electro-pop. Rogovin's ability to simultaneously craft modern and retro-futuristic sounds that blend cohesively will make you feel more alive.
