PRESS + AWARDS
“‘Empire’ solidifies CZARINA’s place as one of the most imaginative artists in the scene today.”
- SYNTHPOP FANATIC -
“Empire” in Top 25 Synthpop Albums of 2024
“Empire” in Top 10 Synthpop Music Videos of 2024
“Exoskeleto” in Top 25 Synthpop Songs of 2024
“Dark Star” in The 10 Best Synthpop Songs of November 2024
“Empire surges with a fierce blend… Imagine Florence and the Machine, Annie Lennox, Enya, Grace Slick, and Loreena McKennitt crossed with the surreal intensity of a Philip K. Dick tale - C Z A R I N A’s vocal resonates like a call to the cosmos, charged and cinematic, woven with the divine feminine.”
- POST-PUNK.COM - November 2024
“From the transhumanist-themed drama of ‘Rebirth’, the timpani-laden intensity of ‘Dark Star’ and the frenzied darkness of ‘Ghost Machine’ to the Sci-Fi futurepop of ‘Exoskeleto’ and the title track’s epic orchestrated pop… this third CZARINA long player is not lacking in spirit, adventure or imagination.”
- ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK - Interview, November 2024
“CZARINA’s music is equal parts ethereal, expansive, and transportive—an immersive journey to realms of wonder and introspection…. ‘Empire’ expands upon the cinematic, otherworldly soundscape she created with ‘Arcana’”
- SYNTHPOP FANATIC - Interview, November 2024
“The album’s technical brilliance is matched by its emotional depth… With “Empire”, CZARINA doesn’t just make music; she builds immersive sound worlds that are as emotionally profound as they are complex.”
- ALTERNATION - October 2024
”Another grandiose effort from C Z A R I N A, this one heading further into a symphonic/prog direction while still maintaining a grounding in club-focused darkwave and electro-industrial.”
I DIE : YOU DIE - July 2024
"Ghost Machine" is an extraordinary blend of beautiful, magical, and unique vocals that split into multi-layered textures, only to merge back into a captivating whole. The dynamic melody, with its fast-paced beat and clear, powerful vocals, is stunning.”
ALTERNATION - June 2024
If the magnificent music production and the unique, inimitable wonderful voice of the artist were not enough, there is ALWAYS a videoclip that evokes fantasy movies, with which the actual CZARINA song leaves an even deeper mark on the soul of one.”
KOLLEKTIVA - June 2024
”CZARINA returns with yet another banger… This one’s a fast-paced thrill ride through layers of electronic sounds and her signature bombastic style.”
SYNTHPOP FANATIC - The Best 10 Synthpop Songs of June 2024
“The specific kind of regal, classic darkwave of the project is shot through with some millennial club sounds and puts us in mind of classic acts like Diva Destruction and Battery as well as modern purveyors like Ghost Twin”
I DIE : YOU DIE - April 2024
“‘Exoskeleto’ gives us everything we want from CZARINA: mythology, massive beats, the otherworldly chants that have become one of her unique trademarks. As always, she conjures power.”
SYNTHPOP FANATIC - The Best 10 Synthpop Songs of March 2024
‘“CZARINA enters a new era with ‘Exoskeleto'“
SYNTHPOP FANATIC - Editorial Feature, March 2024
“Classical, modern, energetic, and dramatic, both sublime and catchy. However, not everyone can master such a blend—Czarina firmly grasps the reins and never relinquishes control...The emotional depth of these songs is remarkable, and the musical composition is equally spectacular.”
ALTERNATION MAGAZINE - Editorial Feature on “Exoskeleto”
“Ethereal yet commanding sounds that resonate with global audiences”
REFLECTIONS OF DARKNESS - In-Depth Interview, March 2024
“Vero's incredible vocal prowess, which is both beautiful and mesmerizing. The expansiveness, richness, multidimensionality, and diversity of her work are truly challenging to capture in mere words—it's more of an experience than just listening.”
ALTERNATION MAGAZINE -- Editorial Feature, March 2024
“El videoclip (The Fox’s Wedding) rodado en el refugio de Verdes que triunfa en visualizaciones!”
LA VOZ DE GALICIA - January 11, 2024
ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK - “The Fox’s Wedding” Interview
ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK - “The Outsider” Interview
“La filipina Vero Faye calzó a Beyoncé y a Shakira y hace rock electrónico desde Malpica”
LA VOZ DE GALICIA - June 4, 2023
VOGUE PHILIPPINES APRIL 2023 ISSUE
Written by Raia Gomez | Photography by Carlos Kitsuné
ARCANA
PRESS REVIEWS
“A former footwear designer finds her deep roots in magic, mystery, and music… This guidance is evident in her latest album which she released last year titled Arcana, Latin for “mysteries.” The premise of the album is about confronting the mysteries of life, connecting to the cosmos, going through all of life’s mazes, and eventually finding home.”
- VOGUE PHILIPPINES
“Arcana is a complete experience from beginning to end and the best album of the year (2022).”
- SYNTHPOP FANATIC
THE BEST 25 SYNTHPOP ALBUMS OF 2022
“The songs (in Arcana) are dreamy but also powerful, melodic and still into a kind of Dark-Rock style… CZARINA took me by surprise for its originality.”
- SIDE-LINE MAGAZINE
“An adrenaline bomb of 10 songs, the essence of ecstasy and catharsis in its purest form. Fantasy and mysticism, the echoes of an ancient and wild world, wrapped in an ultra-modern and perfectly tuned electronic production!”
- KOLLEKTIVA
“An eclectic mix of synthpop, orchestral baroque pop, gothic new age and prog rock… Latin for “mysteries” or “secrets”, ‘Arcana’ celebrates life, love and the laws of the universe.”
- ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK
WONDERLAND
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL FILM AWARDS 2021 - WINNER, BEST MUSIC VIDEO
NEW YORK FILM AWARDS 2021 - WINNER, BEST MUSIC VIDEO
NEW YORK FILM AWARDS 2021 - NOMINEE, BEST PICTURE
NEW YORK FILM AWARDS 2021 - NOMINEE, BEST ORIGINAL SONG
INDIE X FILM FEST, LOS ANGELES 2021 - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, BEST MUSIC VIDEO
INDIE X FILM FEST, LOS ANGELES 2021 - NOMINEE, BEST COSTUME DESIGN
INDIE SHORT FEST, LOS ANGELES 2021 - NOMINEE, BEST ORIGINAL SONG
ARFF BARCELONA INTERNATIONAL AWARDS 2022 - OFFICIAL SELECTION
ATOMIC: AD INITIVM
INDEPENDENT SHORTS AWARDS 2021 - BEST MUSIC VIDEO, SILVER AWARD
INDEPENDENT SHORTS AWARDS 2021 - BEST VISUAL FX, BRONZE AWARD
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL FILM AWARDS 2021 - BEST MUSIC VIDEO, GRAND JURY AWARD
INDIEX FILM FEST 2021 - BEST MUSIC VIDEO, OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
INDIEX FILM FEST 2021 - BEST ORIGINAL SONG, AWARD NOMINEE
LOS ANGELES FILM AWARDS 2021 - BEST FILM, SEMI-FINALIST
INDIE SHORT FEST 2021 - BEST MUSIC VIDEO, HONORABLE MENTION
INDIE SHORT FEST 2021 - BEST COSTUME DESIGN, HONORABLE MENTION
INDIE SHORT FEST 2021 - BEST ORIGINAL SONG, AWARD NOMINEE
INDIE SHORT FEST 2021 - BEST VISUAL FX, AWARD NOMINEE
NEW YORK FILM AWARDS 2021 - OFFICIAL SELECTION
FANTASCI SHORT FILM FEST 2021 - OFFICIAL SELECTION
BLAZE: DANCES OF THE YOKAI
NEW YORK FILM AWARDS 2019 - WINNER, BEST MUSIC VIDEO
INDIE SHORT FEST 2019 - WINNER, BEST ORIGINAL SONG
INDIE SHORT FEST 2019 - NOMINEE, BEST MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING
INDIE X FEST 2019 - NOMINEE, BEST COSTUME DESIGN
INDIE X FEST 2019 - NOMINEE, BEST MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING
LOS ANGELES FILM AWARDS 2019 - SEMI-FINALIST
IMDB’s INDEPENDENT SHORTS AWARDS 2019 - OFFICIAL SELECTION
APRIL 3, 2020
The Brooklyn electro artist readies for battle with her epic upgrade of the Zep classic.
OCTOBER 8, 2019
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February14, 2019
C Z A R I N A Leaves You Helplessly Stuck “In The Line Of Fire” in an Intergalactic Battle to Save Synth Rock [Exclusive Song Premiere]
November 28, 2018
"Silence and Surrender" Takes You Back To A Futuristic Dystopia Of Sound
September 9, 2018
Czarina’s “Blaze” is a wonderful piece of synth-pop that weaves in hints of goth and darkwave
August 5, 2018
Shot in the style of John Carpenter/Ridley Scott, CZARINA‘s new video, “Silence & Surrender” is a tale of sensuality, release and opulence
July 11, 2018
Get to Know Celeb Adored Shoe Designer Turned Singer That’s About To Take Over Music
Jun 8, 2018
Dark synth-pop musician, CZARINA has released her debut single, "Silence & Surrender," from her forthcoming album, Painted Holograms.
OCTOBER 22, 2019
C Z A R I N A DIVES INTO A MAGICAL REALM WITH NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BLAZE”
OCTOBER 18, 2019
C Z A R I N A Releases Samurai Music Film "BLAZE: Dances Of The Yokai"
February 14, 2019
C Z A R I N A Unveils Electronic Rock Opera, “In The Line Of Fire”
November 24, 2018
C Z A R I N A Takes You On A Rock N Roll Journey With Her New Album “Painted Holograms"
October 10, 2018
Synth-wave musician, C Z A R I N A has released her fiery new single, “Blaze.”
August 5, 2018
Mystery: CZARINA – “Silence & Substance” CZARINA has been called “David Bowie and Siouxie Sioux’s secret love child,” and the label really fits.
July 17, 2018
CZARINA talks playing guitar, ’80s inspiration & pursuing music instead of a day job
JUNE 30, 2018
CZARINA: a dark star on the rise, Silence & Surrender echoes of Eurythmics strongest moments
APRIL 4, 2020
CZARINA Releases Led Zeppelin-Inspired Retro Track “The Valkyrie: Immigrant Song”
NOVEMBER 13, 2019
Painted Holograms is a special beast. It doesn’t feel like a conversation, but rather an auto portrait or an artistic manifesto
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Rising Artist, C Z A R I N A, Releases Epic Music Video For Song “BLAZE” Featuring a Plethora of Synthwave Maestros.
OCTOBER 18, 2019
The New Yorker’s action-packed cinematic clip is the wildest video you’ll see today.
JUNE 6, 2019
C Z A R I N A - “TIL THE LAST STAR”
C Z A R I N A takes a bold step forward and outward in her flourishing synthwave career with a powerful new space ballad
June 6, 2019
C Z A R I N A Releases Spacewave Ballad “Til The Last Star”: Fashion Mogul And Synthwave Musician Unveils New Single
March 12, 2019
CZARINA UNVEILS ELECTRONIC ROCK OPERA, “IN THE LINE OF FIRE” SYNTH-ROCK MUSICIAN RELEASES VISCERAL NEW SINGLE
February 2019
CZARINA Is Prepared To Be “In The Line of Fire” With Upcoming Sci-Fi Anime Single
August 31, 2018
Synth-wave Artist CZARINA Drops Steamy New Single, “Blaze”
August 16, 2018
Dabbling with atmospheric synths, lush cinematic tones inspired by her obsession with 80s tech noir films, C Z A R I N A blurs the lines between retro and modern, along with vivid and colorful lyricism, sonic guitars, heartfelt melodies and vocal hooks which are all signature to a soundscape that is truly her own
August 2, 2018
Interview & Premiere: CZARINA, Shoe Designer to the Stars and Synthwave Diva
Jun 8, 2018
Music Releases
CZARINA Unveils Shimmering Debut Single, “Silence & Surrender”