SKYND: Violets Are Blue

I've been a long time fan of this band but it pains me to admit that SKYND's latest song as well as music video seem to mark a noticeable downturn in their creative trajectory. This unique band once revered for their chillingly atmospheric storytelling and uniquely dark aesthetic but now it seems like they have lost their edge with this music video and song. The production feels dull and lacks the haunting depth and eerie visual innovation that initially set them apart from many modern bands. The narrative, which should be gripping and emotionally intense, instead comes off as bland, failing to evoke the usual spine-tingling thrill. It's disappointing to witness such a significant drop in quality from a band that once pushed the boundaries of their genre so fearlessly and even had a living legend like Jonathan Davis from Korn collaborate with them on their second track "Gary Heidnik". While it was a neat idea to include photos of some fans in the video, this gesture couldn't save the music video from its disappointing execution.

What is also disappointing is my very recent discovery that SKYND is now using AI to generate texts in their emails that they send to their fans, which is a very strange move that just undermine the authentic personal touch that once defined their communication to us fans. I mean, why was it so necessary to use AI to describe what a terrible person Luka Magnotta is?

Should SKYND disband really soon, I do wish to see each band-member carry forward their creative spirit especially the talented singer Marina Ortega, and that they all will contribute to the world of art in new and inspiring ways.