Retro-futurist producer Venessa Michaels announces debut album Sent From Saturn
First LP single “Spirit On Mine,” a collaboration with singer-songwriter Luck, drops today alongside a spellbinding music video
“Spirit On Mine brings you into another world. My favorite part about this song is you don’t know where it’s going, and when it hits, it feels like a whimsical release. It makes you feel free.” – Venessa Michaels
“When Venessa Michaels and I make music, it’s always honest. This song is a sonic expression of the purest form of love. A reassurance that even in the complexities of our darkest moments, you can look to those that you trust to fill your cup with love. And that’s a well that never runs dry. There’s definitely a beautiful spirit behind this record, and I believe that it’s a spirit of peace.” – Luck
For LA-based producer Venessa Michaels, the past is an invaluable template for looking toward the future. Nostalgia is at the core of her self-coined ‘2090’ genre, a retro-futuristic sound that blends various forms of club music with Y2K-inspired hip-hop and pop.
Michaels has nurtured this style for years, leading to collaborations with J.Worra, Lil Texas, and Kaleena Zanders; touring slots with NIKI, Raury, 6lack, Party Favor, and Krewella; performances at festivals such as Coachella, Splash House, and Camp Flog Gnaw; and the creation of the theme song for the DreamWorks Netflix show KIPO and the Age of Wonderbeasts.
Now, Venessa Michaels is expanding her sphere even further as she gears up to release her debut LP, Sent From Saturn – a full-length project that promises to exhilarate listeners with a lavish mix of house, pop, tech-house, breakbeat, and more.
Listeners can get their first taste of Sent From Saturn with the album’s lead single, “Spirit On Mine,” a soulful-club collaboration with genre-bending singer/songwriter Luck. “Spirit On Mine” is Venessa Michaels’ first release in over a year, and continues the fruitful creative partnership between her and Luck, following collaborations such as “Moment Forever,” as well as multiple tracks together on Luck’s It Wasn’t Luck EP.
“Spirit On Mine” kicks off with ethereal synth pads and a groovy bassline before introducing Luck’s delicate, atmospheric vocals. The track then incorporates lush harmonies and infectious snaps, transporting listeners back to the world of early 2000s R&B.
But “Spirit On Mine” isn’t a mere retread of past eras: the track builds with a wave of kaleidoscopic guitar lines and immersive risers before dropping into a future garage instrumental blended with a four-on-the-floor house beat. Deep, pulsating basslines run smoothly within the pockets of the syncopated drum patterns. A cocoon of guitars and pitch-modulated vocal samples surround Luck’s mesmerizing central melody. On “Spirit On Mine,” the track’s many elements combine into a transcendental listening experience, offering a glimpse into Venessa Michaels’ singular creative mind with rich sonic detail.
“Spirit On Mine” releases alongside a spellbinding music video directed by JREAMS that acts as an acute expression of the song. With minimalist visuals emphasizing the artists’ closeness and bond, the video resembles abstract art as they post as one through different bodies.
Fans can catch “Spirit On Mine” and other Sent From Saturn songs when Venessa Michaels plays the next Los Angeles Long Story Short party on Thursday, October 27.
Venessa Michaels tour dates
10/27/22: Long Story Short – Los Angeles, CA
***Audio download for press listening***
ABOUT VENESSA MICHAELS
Based out of Los Angeles, producer, songwriter & DJ, Venessa Michaels is proving to be one of the next best artists. Heavily influenced by hip-hop & pop from the 90s/early 2000’s, she recaptures the spirit of a musical movement that raised a generation. She has coined her own style and genre as “2090.” Venessa Michaels consistently flexes her songwriting and production skills; working with up-and-coming artists like Kiana Lede, Leven Kali, Luck, Kaleena Zanders, J.Worra, and more.
Armed with a multifaceted track record that compliments her work ethic, the come up shows no signs of slowing down. Venessa Michaels produced the theme song for DreamWorks new Netflix show “KIPO and the Age of Wonderbeasts.” She has also had her music synched on shows such as Charmed, Good Trouble, Atypical, and more.
After joining the likes of Raury and 6lack on The Indigo Child Tour she has also toured with other influential artists such as Krewella, Party Favor, and most recently NIKI of 88Rising.
Venessa Michaels has delivered sets at notable music festivals such as Splash House, Coachella, and Camp Flog Gnaw. She has also collaborated with K-Swiss to host a “2090 Party” at the prominent festival SXSW in Austin, Texas. Having been a previous co-host to 97.1 AMP Radio’s “BAE SHOW LA”, featured in Cosmopolitan, and named Up And Coming Artist for DJ Mag, Venessa Michaels continues to create waves in the music scene– expect to hear much more.
ABOUT LUCK
Connecticut-born, NY-bred, & LA-based singer/songwriter Luck has undoubtedly pioneered her own unique fusion of R&B, hip-hop, pop and rock & roll. Her alternative sound and affirming messaging is a comfort to those still discovering themselves, using her music to document her journey of self-growth and healing. She is also the founder/designer of the bold and elegant unisex jewlery brand F.O.P. (For Other People | For Our People) that celebrates all humans. Luck has graced the stage at Art Basel in Miami, SXSW, and Super Bowl events.
She recently opened for Keyshia Cole at LA’s The Novo and was a featured guest on Sway In The Morning. Earlier this year, the boundary-pushing songbird delivered her debut EP, It Wasn’t Luck, which included the project’s lead single “Don’t Sweat” and a short-film music video. Since then, Luck has accumulated over 100K monthly listeners on Spotify while averaging nearly 20K streams per day. Leading up to her project release, Luck also unveiled several grungy, left-of-center singles “Higher,” “All The Diamonds,” and “I’ll Cut Them Off For You” that have together garnered millions of views on YouTube.
