Delta of Venus return with ‘Intertwined’, a sweeping two-track release that blurs the edges between haze and clarity, intensity and tenderness. Offering both a full-band version and a more stripped-down acoustic rendition, this Mystic, Connecticut outfit show a deft hand at building immersive environments while remaining rooted in heartfelt introspection.
At its core, ‘Intertwined’ is a meditation on human connection, or perhaps more accurately, the longing for connection in a fragmented world. It speaks to the quiet recognition of shared feelings, even with those we’ve never met. This is a song that moves like a passing thought that hangs around; patient, tender, and quietly profound.
Musically, ‘Intertwined’ is anchored in the shimmer of shoegaze, but branches outward, gently brushing against the textures of art-rock, post-punk, and ambient dream-pop. The arrangement swells with layered guitar tones, some soaked in delay and reverb, others pristine and warm. There’s a clear emotional arc to the instrumentation: not just a backdrop for the lyrics, but a central part of the storytelling.
The vocal delivery is a standout with breathy textures, deftly controlled, and full of nuance. The interplay between voice and instrumentation is seamless, and everything feels deliberately woven together. There’s also a richness to the rhythm section that brings a counterbalance to the beautiful floating guitars. The bass carves out depth and gives the song its weight. Meanwhile, the percussion is understated but precise, offering a steady pulse that feels like a heartbeat.
‘Intertwined’ is especially captivating in how well its acoustic version holds up. Stripped of its fuzzier layers, the song doesn’t lose impact, instead, it gains a sense of being closer to us. It’s a testament to the band’s songwriting that the same composition can translate so powerfully in two distinct formats. The unplugged version shifts focus to the structure itself, revealing the melodic and lyrical strength beneath the studio sheen.
Delta of Venus have created something quietly striking here. ‘Intertwined’ is the kind of track that slowly envelops you, and that rewards repeat listens. For fans of emotionally grounded music, this release is a must. Both versions serve a different purpose, but together they form a portrait of a band unafraid to explore, and skilled enough to make the exploration resonate.
