We previously featured Vela Jones when she took us on a cinematic journey of cosmic disconnection and sonic awakening with her debut single, STATIC AIR, so when we heard that the rising star was back with STAR LIGHT STAR BRIGHT, we were curious to say the least, and couldn’t wait to listen and share our experience.
STAR LIGHT STAR BRIGHT opens with rippling synth arpeggios, percussion clicks, and ethereal ad-libs of the words, “oh oh yeah…”. The opus expands with a dimensional energy and the lyrics, “Star light, star bright, guiding me home to you…”. We immediately realised that this is a continuation of STATIC AIR, and that we are indeed in for a cohesive and well-planned out narrative adventure!
We appreciate the poetic prowess and can imagine Vela Jones in her spaceship on her way back to her destination. Naturally, this can be perceived as a love connection, but also from a wider perspective, her destination could be more metaphorical – a planet, a dimension of peace etc.
Vela Jones is the refreshing cosmic popstar that we needed! We love her psychedelic production, and the hook even reminds us of Madonna’s song Lucky Star. Fans of Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Bat for Lashes, Goldfrapp, and Björk will also be able to connect with Vela’s sound.
As much as we want to mention movies that this song could fit into, there is no doubt that Vela Jones, and her creator, Rick Cassman, are creating a movie unto their own design. The prose is vivid, the visuals are sublime, and we appreciate the adventure. That said, we could also imagine STAR LIGHT STAR BRIGHT in a film like Space Cadet with Emma Roberts, or The Fifth Element.
Speaking on her artistry, the visionary artist says, “As Vela Jones, I create cinematic electronic dream-pop that blends human emotion with futuristic soundscapes. This latest release is inspired by the simple act of wishing on a star, exploring themes of hope, distance, and connection through shimmering synths and atmospheric production.”
We love STAR LIGHT STAR BRIGHT, and have added the track to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream STATIC AIR, and await future releases from the Vela Jones universe.