GothicVixen

Vitalizing rock with subtle gothic undertones accompanied by a powerful and spirited vocals, make Euphoria the kind of release that will totally catch you off-guard and knock you off your feet. The 9 track debut release from the NYC resident touches on everything from the relatable struggles of love to the downfalls of society. With catchy hooks and an indie-pop sound, the songs on Euphoria are tight, well produced and show a sense of maturity that you don't often find in a debut release, not to mention an artist-released debut.

"I'm Alive" opens the album and grabs you instantly with dark riffs and it's ability to truly make you feel alive. I listened to this song three times before I even ventured on to the rest. The majority of tracks on Euphoria fall into the soft rock ballad category. Songs like "Tell Me," "Bring Me Down," and "Find Another" strike me as something that would do rather well on Adult Contemporary radio stations, but are still edgy and dark enough to make the rotation at goth clubs. A particularly beautiful track was the acoustic "Star". It really showcases Sabrina's soulful voice and the lack of instruments (besides the soft strumming of the guitar) really draws the listener's attention to the poetic lyrics. While this release may not be favorable among those who are more inclined towards heavier music, those with an open mind will see the subtle genius of this album.