Artist Spotlight: Meet CØLDSTAR
How did you come up with the idea?
Many people today tend to focus almost exclusively on negative aspects of their lives or their surroundings. This may be due to the stress of everyday life or the many negative news items and the abundance of information, which means that they are not present in the moment and therefore no longer notice the small positive things around them.
However, the most beautiful things in life are usually very close to us, but we often overlook them. Sometimes it takes a little patience to recognise and appreciate them. When you discover them, hold on to them.
Was there any challenge that you encountered while making "Sleepless?"
We wanted to write a song that skilfully combines melancholy and confidence. Simply describing these two feelings with metaphorical lyrics, harmonies, melodies, dynamics and instruments was the big challenge.
We approached the final result over several versions and it was important for us to feel the emotional nuances in the music and experiment creatively with the different musical elements to convey the desired feelings of melancholy and confidence.
What impact do you hope this "Sleepless" will have on your audience?
We hope that after listening to the song "Sleepless", people will increasingly see the beauty in life and be more mindful. This means being present in the moment and consciously paying attention to what is happening around you, appreciating the moment and discovering the beauty in small things.
Can you tell us more about you as a duo?
The first moment we met was as logical as it was unusual. We actually got to know each other at an information event for prospective aerospace engineers. However, it was relatively uninteresting, so we left the room independently and later struck up a conversation at the bar. We quickly realised that, in addition to our shared fascination for the dark beauty and infinity of the universe, we also shared a passion for dark and electronic music. This gave rise to the concept and the idea that the vastness of the universe offers endless possibilities for creative and musical development. And so CØLDSTAR was born.
How do you engage with your audience during your live performances to create a memorable experience for them?
At our concerts, we place the music at the centre, build an arc of suspense during the concert and use visual elements to offer a holistic experience. The animations and film sequences are carefully matched to the theme of the songs and help to create a deeper connection between the music and the audience. Concert-goers often liken our concerts to a memorable flight experience with some turbulence but a safe landing.