New Music Feature: BLAKTAI "BEHIND THE WHEEL"
The Silver Review - September 2024 Featured Artist: BLAKTAI
This month, Silver Gun Records is thrilled to feature the dynamic duo BLAKTAI, composed of NYC producer Blak Emoji and award-winning songwriter Whitney Tai. BLAKTAI combines trip-hop, electro-funk, indie rock, and pop into a hypnotic downtempo sound that has earned them the nickname "Goth Eurythmics." Their latest release, a brooding cover of Depeche Mode’s "Behind The Wheel"” showcases their sultry, darkwave influences and has drawn praise for its seductive reinterpretation of the classic hit.
BLAKTAI's latest release, a magnetic version of Depeche Mode’s iconic hit "Behind The Wheel," dropped in March 2024. Their sultry, brooding cover showcases both artists' soulful voices. As Folk n Rock states, “BLAKTAI appears to have not only grasped the core of ‘Behind The Wheel,’ but amplified its inherent seductive energy with a fresh interpretation that preserves the song’s original power.”
BLAKTAI’s recent performances, including sold-out shows at LA’s Hotel Café and NYC’s Rockwood Music Hall, have solidified their reputation as a powerful live act. Their upcoming debut album, due at the end of 2024, has already drawn comparisons to Portishead and Phantogram, promising a fresh take on atmospheric, electronic pop. The duo’s new music video for "All Night", a tribute to Low’s Mimi Parker, further highlights their unique blend of emotional depth and cinematic storytelling.
Whitney Tai:
Whitney Tai is an award-winning songwriter and vocalist known for her lush pop-rock sound. With a GRAMMY-considered career and collaborations with top producers, Tai blends electro-pop, rock, and alternative metal influences. Her music has been featured in films, fashion shows, and on radio stations worldwide.
Blak Emoji:
Blak Emoji, led by producer and multi-instrumentalist Kelsey Warren, fuses electronic music with pop and hip-hop influences. Known for pushing the boundaries of electronic pop, Blak Emoji’s music has been featured on TV shows and indie films, with his latest album ECLECTRO receiving critical acclaim.
