Miya Folick has announced her highly anticipated album Erotica Veronica, a psychosexual and psychosensual exploration of identity, self-realization, and integration, set for release on February 28, 2025, via Nettwerk. The self-produced record is introduced with the lead single “Erotica,” accompanied by a bold and cinematic NSFW music video that sets the tone for the album’s deeply personal and visually striking narrative.
Erotica Veronica is Folick’s most ambitious project to date, featuring a stellar lineup of collaborators, including Sam KS (Youth Lagoon, Angel Olsen) as co-producer and drummer, Meg Duffy (Hand Habits, Perfume Genius), Waylon Rector (Dominic Fike, Charli XCX), Greg Uhlmann (Perfume Genius), and Pat Kelly (Perfume Genius, Levi Turner). Together, they create a kaleidoscopic soundscape that blends elements of art pop, alternative rock, and experimental electronics, showcasing Folick’s ability to craft music that is both intimate and expansive.
The cinematic music video for “Erotica” opens with Folick signing into what appears to be a hospital or an asylum. With a bandage over her eyes, she is guided by a nurse to a control center where she begins to watch herself on monitors in another room. The surreal imagery intensifies as she crawls on jacks, plays in dirt, and grapples with the haunting refrain, “How’d we get here?” The video’s powerful visuals amplify the song’s exploration of fragmented identity and emotional reckoning, offering a visceral and symbolic window into the album’s broader themes.
Folick’s artistry has been steadily evolving, with Erotica Veronica building on the foundation she laid with her previous releases. Her 2018 debut Premonitions established her as a distinctive voice in indie music, blending introspective lyrics with lush, expansive soundscapes. Tracks like “Stock Image” and “Stop Talking” showcased her knack for capturing raw emotions while experimenting with genre-defying production. In 2022, her EP 2007 took a reflective turn, delving into themes of nostalgia, personal growth, and vulnerability, along with her 2023 full release, Roach. With its stripped-back arrangements and candid songwriting, the EP revealed a more introspective side of Folick, highlighting her versatility as an artist.
Now, with Erotica Veronica, Folick takes her evolution a step further, embracing boldness and complexity both thematically and sonically. The album’s psychosexual and psychosensual elements mark a significant departure from her previous work, showcasing her willingness to explore uncharted territory. The contributions of her collaborators, including Meg Duffy’s intricate guitar work and Sam KS’s dynamic percussion, add depth and dimension to the album’s sound, creating a truly immersive experience.
Erotica Veronica is set to be a defining release for 2025, positioning Folick as a fearless artist unafraid to push boundaries, both musically and visually. For fans of her earlier work and newcomers alike, Erotica Veronica promises to be a landmark album in her career.
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