Austin’s master architect of sonic atmospheres Paula Laubach is crafting darkly lush soundscapes unlike any other with her spellbinding new project Daph Veil. In her genre-crossing first piece of music “I Don’t Need You (Someday)” Laubach creates her most enveloping and richly detailed artistic message to date – a gothic masterpiece that promises to reveal further layers of meaning and emotion with each hypnotic listen.
Right from the first ethereal whispers of effects-treated guitar, it’s obvious that Laubach has no creative limits. Her sound design is very precise, as one would expect from an expert, she wraps gossamer layers of texture over arpeggiated chords and beautiful synth swells. Into this cinematic tapestry, Laubach brings the lyrics to life with her sweet yet strong voice – a vocal strength that reaches for the rafters. Rebecca Price adds even more significance to the event with her beautifully written lyrics that express genuine emotions. Her poetic words turn into the ideal tool for Laubach to help the listener to get into the world of shadows and self-reflection. Drummer Jeff Conner gives a firm foundation for the rhythm to grow on with his subtle style.
Details such as shimmering piano, dark bass, and breathing textures come out of the mix to complement Daph Veil’s enchanting sound design in heart-wrenchingly gorgeous manners. While rooted in the otherworldly aesthetics of darkwave, Laubach does not shy away from incorporating elements of dream pop, shoegaze, and indie to create her own unique sound.With her enchanting musicianship and calls to explore the terrains of the self, Laubach emerges as a unique artist within the realm of left-field music. There is no doubt that “I Don’t Need You (Someday)” sets a tone for even more success from Daph Veil and its creator. Subcultures everywhere will be enthralled.
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