After many excellent singles and remixes, a prolific Bloomington-based artist Twice Dark returns with a brand new release that will immediately appeal to all music enthusiasts interested in songs that tackle all the senses. Heavily promoted with singles such as “Telekinetic,” “Invisible Man,” “Time Traveler,” and “Necromantic,” “Telekinetic” showcases a profoundly creative solo outlet using different techniques, approaches, and aesthetics with an aim to deliver a premium listening experience that will immediately satisfy even the pickiest listening apparatuses. Josh Kreuzman, a mastermind behind Twice Dark, never ceases to amaze with his ideas and musicianship, so that’s the case with “Telekinetic” as well. His music effortlessly glides over so many styles and music genres, yet it always sounds cohesive. As heart and seen in his previous works, this material resonates with some of the finest properties borrowed from many complementary music genres. While darkwave usually dominates the most, Twice Dark also incorporates fundamental sonic ingredients of goth rock, post-punk, dark pop, synth pop, synthwave, industrial, and eighties rock. Josh Kreuzman expertly experiments and combines all these elements without overshadowing his primary sonic direction, and while some styles might dominate more than others they still showcase Twice Dark’s fresh, unique, innovative yet nostalgic signature moves. Therefore, “Telekinetic” will not only appeal to those longstanding fans of these mentioned music genres but also those music enthusiasts looking for a one-of-a-kind listening experience as well.
This epic sonic journey commences with “Night Shifts,” an excellent composition that immediately showcases what you might expect from the remainder of the material. This particular continuously levitates between darkwave and goth rock sound, with all those luxuriant synths and guitars, creating a perfect backdrop for Josh Kreuzman’s incredible baritone voice. Beneath all these instrumentations, powerful low-ends contribute more detail and groove to the song while the robust, heavy, powerful beats cut through the calm, soothing, relaxing ethereal ambiance, providing dynamics and complexity to an already intricate structure. After such a marvelous overture comes “Invisible Man,” a standout track that will immediately appeal to all darkwave fans. This song carries everything you dearly love about the genre. The energetic rhythmic patterns, groovy basslines, and cleverly composed synth layers immensely support catchy, memorable, engaging vocal harmonies. The chorus sounds so hypnotic, addictive, and irresistible, inviting you to spin this banger again. “Necromantic,” another standout composition, is coming up next. With so many impressive guitar interplays, eerie keys, and immensely powerful low-ends and rhythmic patterns, this particular number resonates with some of the finest goth rock and post-punk instrumentations you’ll hear in a while. Josh Kreuzman contributes emotional depth through expertly performed, soulful, passionate, sincere, confident vocal maneuvers, emphasizing all those segments and orchestrations to the max. It’s such a marvelous song that will instantly become a staple on your playlist.
Josh Kreuzman always puts a lot of effort into his music, and tracks like “Phoenix” are some of the finest examples that prove his dedication to the craft. This particular track arrives with a carefully constructed structure, garnered with so many ideas and beautiful instrumentations. The layers are expertly implemented, so they do not overwhelm each other. But, wait until you hear “Time Traveler,” another standout track from the album that’s unquestionably packed with darkwave hits. It’s one of those songs that immediately gets into your head, and refuses to leave long after the melodies, harmonies, and beats end. Like previous tracks, it carries catchy choruses where vocal harmonies resonate with passion, precision, and finesse. Josh Kreuzman’s baritone voice seamlessly balances between low, mid, and high notes, decorating everything he intended to achieve with this song. “Mind Trap” is a straightforward darkwave track that evokes eighties nostalgia with all those lush synth leads, themes, melodies, harmonies, and basslines. There are nearly rhythmic melodic sequences and patterns that perfectly go with all those punchy beats, breaks, fills, and other percussive acrobatics. The song carries a hypnotic, calm, soothing, ethereal ambiance that immediately grabs by the collar and refuses to let go long after it ends. This epic sonic journey closes with another proper banger. “Telekinetic” is a synthwave-inspired composition, fully stacked with so many new romantic and new wave elements. With this track, Josh Kreuzman intended to create an anthemic number that immediately grabbed the attention of the listener with its hooky verses and choruses, and he ultimately succeeded in his aims. It’s such a perfect closing track that encompasses everything Twice Dark stands for. The way guitars and keys work together harmoniously will immediately convince you to spin this album all over again.
“Telekinetic” is a masterpiece built upon a comprehensive collection of memorable darkwave songs. Josh Kreuzman clearly poured heart and soul into this material, and his tremendous effort paid off with a full-length album where each song resonates with hypnotic emotion, passion, and power. Josh Kreuzman proves once again that he’s a genius songwriter and artist whose ideas and musicianship go beyond comprehension. You should immediately put “Telekinetic” on your radar because its an album that will immediately become your favorite piece of music in 2025. It’s available on all streaming platforms, so don’t miss it!
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