In Invisible Man, Twice Dark crafts an evocative, multi-layered anthem that transcends its darkwave roots, delving into existential terrain with an energy that is both hypnotic and electric. The second single from the upcoming album Telekinetic (Spring 2025), the track embodies the project’s ethos: exploring human fragility and fleeting existence against the backdrop of otherworldly, futuristic soundscapes.
Opening with glitch-laden, cerebral textures that evoke fractured memories or technological ghosts, the song gradually expands into a pulsating rhythm, driven by a menacing synth bassline and shrouded in a dark wave guitar haze. The layered sound design is a masterclass in emotional storytelling, blending nostalgia and innovation – 80s-adjacent synths meet modern electronic flourishes in a soundscape that feels like a neon cathedral in a post-apocalyptic world.
Lyrically, the song’s central sentiment, “I feel ephemeral tonight”, resonates like a mantra for the impermanent nature of existence. It wrestles with the paradox of human life: the simultaneous desire to leave a lasting impact and the sobering realization of our temporality. The lyrics suggest a quiet acceptance, a poetic call to embrace the present. Yet, this solemnity is counterbalanced by the driving dance beat, a kinetic reminder to live fully in the moment, as the future remains a promise unfulfilled.
Josh Kreuzman‘s vocal performance is a highlight, his timbre imbued with a haunting intimacy that feels both personal and universal. His metaphorical prose dances between clarity and mystery, inviting listeners to interpret their own reflections within the framework of the track’s themes. The high, playful synth solo punctuates the track, adding a cinematic flourish – a brief, transcendent spark amidst the darker sonic tones, reminiscent of a starburst against an obsidian sky.
Invisible Man encapsulates Twice Dark’s ability to fuse the cerebral with the visceral, the nostalgic with the forward-thinking. Its cinematic quality and dramatic atmosphere make it feel like the soundtrack to a futuristic noir or an introspective sci-fi odyssey. Whether you’re drawn to its darkly poetic lyrics, its impeccable sound design, or its danceable groove, the song offers something deeply immersive and thought-provoking.
As the track leads into the release of Telekinetic, it cements Twice Dark as a vital force in the darkwave and electronic music landscapes, blending the spectral aesthetics of industrial decay with the beating pulse of the now. And with a remix on the horizon, Invisible Man promises to evolve and resonate even further, extending its haunting grasp into the neon-lit hearts of listeners everywhere.
We have added the opus to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our TRIPPY and TIMELESS playlists, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Twice Dark, including the Drekka Mallsoft Remix of Telekinetic!