From the opening notes, solo artist Jenna Roessler’s “Simulation” casts a hypnotic spell. Suspenseful keys and cinematic flourishes create a dark, eerie soundscape that sets the stage for Roessler’s haunting vocals and biting lyrics. The song builds in intensity and beats with sharp drumming and soaring choruses that evoke a sense of both vulnerability and defiance.
Roessler’s voice is a captivating blend of bluesy mystery and sultry smoothness. She effortlessly shifts from delicate verses to powerful belting, drawing the listener into the raw emotional landscape of the song. Her lyrics are just as captivating, painting a vivid portrait of the disillusionment and betrayal that can arise in the world of online dating. She unmasks the “lying game” played by men who hide behind fabricated personas, declaring: “Your generated texts were made up and made no sense / You never loved me, love the simulation.”
But “Simulation” is ultimately a song of empowerment. Roessler refuses to be a victim, vowing to reclaim her agency and self-worth with the color red. The bridge serves as a climactic release, with Roessler belting out a sensational howl that channels both pain and defiance. She urges those simulators who have wronged her to “go make yourself a man, instead of being an online scam.”
Blending dark pop sensibility with cinematic soundscapes and a powerful vocal performance, “Simulation” establishes Jenna Roessler as an artist to watch. Listen to “Simulation” by Jenna Roessler and await a bouquet of songs dropping in your hands with an upcoming EP very soon this year.
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Review By: Naomi Joan