"DETACH" by New York artist and producer Chenzo V is a deeply immersive soundscape composed at the intersection of electronic rock, synth-pop, darkwave, and alternative electronic genres. It's a raw yet moody song that not only tells a story but is also immersive in its atmosphere, one born out of personal hurt and shaped by the material decay of emotional bonds.
"DETACH" is like diving into a neon void. With an 80s-styled gloss, its textures glisten with a retro sparkle only to be wrenched open by the metal-infused distortion that mirrors the chaos beneath. The song sounds like a back-and-forth of chill and breakdown, which beautifully suited the feeling that Chenzo was aiming for as "the contrast between seeking inner peace and battling an involuntary emotional withdrawal."
"DETACH" is the skill that enables Chenzo to transform real, internal battles into incredibly immersive soundscapes, making it all uniquely personal. You can feel the walls closing in, the air getting thicker or farther away from everyone else. Every beat and synth layer seems deliberate, a stroke to an artistic solitude.
As with all his projects, Chenzo is entirely hands-on from start to finish. He not only wrote, produced, and performed the record/track, but also designed the artwork, photography & video, thus transforming "DETACH" into a whole, multi-sensory experience. The painstaking sequence and the way the footage dovetails with this exquisite aural landscape speak to his formative background in classical performance and visual art.
Even its moments of aggression are marked by an ever-present openness. Instead of refraining, the song invites you to come with it and really let that numbness, its weight, wash over you, while also finding something beautiful in its expression. It is a sound that goes beyond the ears, and it stays in your heart, leaving you feeling reassured. With DETACH, Chenzo V has fashioned a realm where emotional detachment serves as both the antagonist and the coping strategy. It is unsettling, mesmerizing, and deeply authentic, and everything felt honest about it. He creates an atmosphere that remains with you afterward.
Reviewed by LyricalOdyssey Music
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August 15, 2025
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