Released as her third EP, “For the Muses” is composed of four enchanting love songs by Puerto Rican artist Luna Scar. Based in Miami, her carefully crafted extended play illustrates a dark glitch pop sound with her euphonic voice and her array of orchestic samples. Each song goes through a process completely original to Scar.
The first track, “Vice,” feels almost like a lullaby, but with dark undertones. The chorus has you longing for more of her harmonious voice. It’s truly a delight to listen to, and quickly became my favorite track in the EP. The flutes flow very well with her unique voice and the beat of the song. “Take me in, let it course through your organs, don’t be scared if it causes commotion” was one of the lines that stood out the most, matching her take on the darker side of pop.
Luna’s second song, “Con Calma,” which translates to “With Calmness,” is a Spanish track that reflects her Puerto Rican roots. It’s definitely a delight for bilingual listeners. It is a song that talks about the tranquil ride before a full relationship. Her reassurance is sure to make listeners feel safe within her realm of sound, thus making this short track a sweet taste of what else Scar can offer.
“Endgame” is a four minute song that gradually gets better throughout. It is a catchy song that you’d want to hear if you’re in need of one final dance before leaving a party. I caught myself almost swaying to the beat with lyrics that envelope you into her own story. “We are magnets that shake at the touch of twin poles” are lyrics that would overcome two lovebirds that can’t come up with words to describe their infatuation for one another.
Completing her EP with “Slow Dance,” she makes a powerful statement in an impressive two minutes. It is a mellow vibe, relatable to singer Selena Quintanilla, that mingles with the modern alternative music scene. Scar provides patience for love, very well explained in the title. A slow dance, crafted cautiously and composed of two people pairing together to create an unforgettable experience. Her parting lyrics, “I love you more than you know,” cradles listeners into a peaceful state of mind and ties together the EP as one exquisite love letter.
Photo: G. Collana
Written: Gabriela Collana
