Music Update: Electrique Cools It Down with "The Ice"

Oh well, here I go again planning my next album...

SOMEWHERE IN HYPERSPACE....

Q: There's this amazing gossip that your next album, against all custom, will be a hyped up dance album! Is there any truth in that rumor?

A: That is very true, Q.

Q: Oh wow! What brought in this sudden change?

A: Well, I've always wanted to make something new everytime I release an album. I had the initial idea last sem, while I was making "Reason". That album was, you know, very serious and toned down and I thought: What if I make a completely opposite album next sem?

Q: Oh wow. This sounds exciting!

A: Very. I am enjoying making this album. So much fun!

Q: Since this will be an upbeat album, will there be room for you to share your experiences like with all your previous albums?

A: Not in an explicit manner like with my previous works where the lyrics are meaningful. The objective of this album is for my listeners to have fun - that's all. As I've mentioned in an announcement in Aldasiel's Army, there is a time to be sad and a time to be happy. At this point in my life, especially with the closure which was "Reason", there is absolutely no more reason for me to be emotional. I've vented out my angst, my tears, my wounds. It's time for me to celebrate.

Q: In that case, how will this album be different from "Forca", since it was also a "celebration of life"?

A: "Forca" was a greatest hits album, and hence, I had limited room to really make a unifying theme for it. That album did contain some happy songs but they were not dance tracks. "The Ice" will be made exclusively of dance tracks.

Q: Why the title?

A: When this album is done, it will undoubtedly be my coolest album. Also, it came from the title of the supposedly lead single of this album. I don't want to spoil the surprise so I have to leave it at that.

Q: Do you fear that "The Ice" might be viewed by some as a step back in your music?

A: If they want to view it on surface level. In some ways, this album may even be more mature than "Reason". And besides, just because I classify it as an all-dance album doesn't mean it has to be cheap. I have three rules in selecting songs for "The Ice". The songs have to be cool to the ears, high-powered, and relatively fresh.

Q: I am so excited with this new turn of events in Electrique. Which artists have you enlisted to work with you for this record?

A: I have Kylie Minogue, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, and the Spice Girls currently on my list.

Q: An all-girl cast?

A: As of now... I couldn't help it. These artists are the leaders when it comes to popular dance music. Given time, I will of course shift my attention to other artists. As long as the sound fits, I will include it.

Q: Any messages to your listeners who, I am sure, are avidly waiting for this album?

A: Brace yourselves for this one. There is nothing like the excitement one gets whjen listening to a new good upbeat song. I'm sure most of my listeners aren't strangers to this new music high. I assure you, this will be the best dance collection you've ever heard in your life.

Q: Strong words. Whether they be true or not, I can't wait for it to be completed this March!

A: I share your excitement, Q.

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NOTE: Electrique will conduct soft launches of this album in selected private events across the metro, especially this Christmas season. Watch out.