Elohim’s latest album, "Power of Panic," is a raw, unfiltered exploration of the artist's personal battles with anxiety, dissociation, and panic disorder. Initially conceived as a triumphant tale celebrating the transformation of panic into power, the album instead became a deeply introspective journey as Elohim faced her struggles head-on.
The narrative behind "Power of Panic" is as compelling as the music itself. Elohim's journey was derailed when her old foes resurfaced, leading to dependence on Benzodiazepines. This dependency forced her to cancel her tour and re-evaluate her vision. During this period, Elohim grappled with the fragility of her dream, questioning whether to release the album at all.
In essence, "Power of Panic" is a poignant narrative of struggle and survival. Elohim’s willingness to expose her vulnerabilities makes it a deeply relatable and impactful work. It’s a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is potential for transformation and hope. This album doesn’t just exist; it thrives in its raw honesty, offering solace to those who might find themselves in similar battles. Elohim’s journey is far from over, and "Power of Panic" is a powerful testament to her resilience and artistic vision.
We sat down with Elohim to talk everything about the album, exclusively for FLEX. Check it out below!
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The journey of "Power of Panic" is intense and raw. What's the one track on the album that you feel captures the essence of this journey the most?
Hi ! thank you! I would say the one track for me that embodies this project is BREATH. That was one of the first songs I made that felt like exactly what I wanted this project to sound like. It felt like the sister of my song BUCKETS that I made with Skrillex. Empowering, strong, yet an honest authentic cry for help. Asking for help can be very empowering.
Collaborating with Big Freedia must have been awesome! What's one memorable moment from your time working together?
Oh my gosh, my most memorable was doing an Instagram live with her! It was SO fun. I couldn't believe how kind open honest and loving she was! Truly an angel on earth. Sadly it is rare to meet people with fame who are genuine. So I was pleasantly so surprised and felt so comforted and loved by Freedia.
You've received coverage from major outlets like Rolling Stone and The New York Times. How does it feel to have such mainstream recognition for your deeply personal work?
The idea that someone might stumble upon my work and my message from looking at a Rolling Stone or The New York Times article is SO cool to me. The thought that anyone has ever taken a chance on me is really overwhelming in a good way. I feel extremely lucky and grateful for every opportunity I have been given. To be honest I am more excited to be doing this interview with you! I am so grateful for anyone who wants to discuss my music, life, mental health, being human, favourite food haha! Humans fascinate me.
"Can't Remember Your Name" tackles memory loss and chaos. What inspired you to write about such a heavy topic, and how did it influence the song's production?
A: Around the time I wrote Can’t Remember Your Name, I had been coming off of all medication I had been on for a few years. I didn’t know what to expect but it was really brutal. I think it also opened up my mind in a way it hadn’t been cracked open in a while. And it wasn't all pleasant it was actually quite horrific, uncomfortable, and uncontrollable. I wrote this entire song and tracked it to a click track. I then took it to my friend’s and we produced the shit out of it and it felt UNBELIEVABLE. I swear I could have made this song a ballad but I absolutely love the juxtaposition of these deep dark lyrics with uplifting fun danceable production. By the way, I ended up going back on medication.
With the singles from "Power of Panic" gaining so much support, which playlist feature or placement made you the happiest and why?
OOOO I love this question! I was put as the featured artist and the top photo for Spotify’s bass arcade playlist for my song Tiny Human. Seeing that felt like I'd won a grammy. I enjoy those moments. However big or small, being able to celebrate and enjoy is something special in life that we need to take time for. Sometimes my body and brain tell me I’m not enough and I should be doing more... More likes, more plays, more creation, more tickets, more playlists, more money… it is a trap and it keeps me sad and unsatisfied. So when I get those bursts of celebratory happiness I have to tell myself it's OK TO give yourself love, gratitude, and credit.
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