Sep 26, 2024 1 min read

[promo] Night in Athens - "Wasted Reflektions" (Wave Records)

Wasted Reflektions is the third full-length album from Night in Athens (NIA). This nine-track release is a deep dive into the tranquility that can be found amidst the chaos of modern life.

Artist: Night in Athens
Release Title: Wasted Reflektions
Label: Wave Records
Release Date: July 1, 2024
Format: Digital, LP, CD, Cassette
Genre: Coldwave, Synthpunk, Post-punk
Country: Greece

Wasted Reflektions is the third full-length album from Night in Athens (NIA). This nine-track release is a deep dive into the tranquility that can be found amidst the chaos of modern life. The album opens with "Pale Rose", a frenetic synthpunk anthem where NIA’s vocals shift between soothing whispers and rebellious cries over a pulsating electronic beat. Tracks like "Words Unspoken" and "Nightshades" feature ethereal vocals paired with dark, melancholic guitar work, evoking a haunting atmosphere.

The title track, "Wasted Reflektions", draws inspiration from late '70s synthwave, offering a minimalistic sound shrouded in cool whispers. Throughout the album, NIA experiments with more melodic vocals while maintaining a clear connection to her punk roots, culminating in the closing track "Emotions," which invites listeners to embrace love fearlessly.