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Abyss X, the musical persona of Evangelia VS, offers listeners a profound exploration of her psyche with her latest work, “Freedom Doll”. The album stands as a testament to her emotional odyssey over the past year, manifesting through intimate songwriting that delves into the highs and lows of love during the pandemic and the myriad nuances of womanhood.
“Freedom Doll” is a product of Evangelia’s creative sojourns, being crafted in both the vicinity of Mexico’s Mayan jungle and her Berlin residence. The album resonates with the enchanting dance of her voice with the guitar, weaving a narrative that brims with seduction, passion, vulnerability, and boldness.
Tracks like “Ascend” and “From Hot to Cold” spotlight the interplay of her rich harmonies with acoustic guitar, while numbers like “Torture Grove” and “Banyana” juxtapose her voice’s metallic and operatic facets with the gritty sound of electric guitar. The album also houses gospel-influenced chants in “A CHEW”, which further amplify the theatricality and drama that characterize Abyss X’s music.
Yet, beyond its sonic tapestry, “Freedom Doll” also serves as a visual homage to Evangelia’s Minoan heritage. Embodying the spirit of the Minoan woman, Abyss X portrays her navigating the complex “circus of terror” of womanhood. The vinyl’s back cover pays tribute to ancient Minoan art, reimagining iconic images of bulls leaping, a traditionally male-centric representation. This reinterpretation, through an eco-feminist lens, places the Minoan woman or Gaia as the central figure, asserting dominance over male-centric forces, thereby challenging age-old perceptions and celebrating female strength and heritage.
