“INTERTWINED B/W INTERTWINED (ACOUSTIC) By Delta Of Venus

Delta Of Venus is one of the more thought provoking pushes in today's shoegaze and indie pop scene, and they definitely show it with their newest single “Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic).” Following the promising debut of Disengaged b/w Slipping, this two-track single shows that the band’s vision is evolving; one that balances emotional depth, experimentation, and avoids typical genre repetition. Both versions are out now on global streaming platforms including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, and more. They deserve to be added to the playlists of every listener with good taste.

“Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic)” has an original take, as it is a blend of a sprawling track and a dreamy meditation that hovers just outside the conventional structure. Following the band’s spirit, there are no defined verses. There are no choruses to repeat and break solo portions, which are sorely lacking as well. Instead, soundscapes are built upon shifting themes that ripple and motif blend to create immersion rather than progression. Ethereal haze provides shimmering reverb on the guitars while the bass is steady and anchored with ethereal rhythm. The drums featuring Mat Tarbox and Shawn are providing the pulse the haze needs. The track feels far less demanding and considerably more rewarding when attention is given.

Vocally, the band’s newest member, Issy, an equally spellbinding and unique vocalist, brings “Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic)” to life. Her story is as charming as her voice. Issy certainly brings a refreshing vulnerability to the track, having been discovered during a shared shift at Mystic Disc, the iconic record store where guitarist Ellery Twining has worked for two decades. Her performance, recorded at Dirt Floor Recording and Production in just three hours, is remarkable. There’s a lightness in her delivery that floats above the instrumentation, yet is emotionally sincere. In the words of Eric at The Floor, “A gem.”

Like “Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic),” the next track is the product of a lighthearted jest that evolved into a quiet epiphany. The newly dubbed “Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic)” sheds the original‘s electric textures, standing tall with its captivating acoustic identity. Ellery’s arrangement of the song’s intro on guitar works to maintain the original’s feel while transforming its structure, producing a rare feat: an acoustic shoegaze track that works. It’s pretty deep, hauntingly beautiful, and fragile like flipping the original song inside out and discovering it still has a heartbeat. In this version, the empathetic message of the lyrics is further crystallized and amplified through Issy’s even more intimate voice.

Both adaptations highlight the band's incredible versatility and artistic cohesion. Delta of Venus is not content with pushing shoegaze nostalgia forward; they are determined to pave new ground. Their self-deprecating humor, willingness to experiment, and trust in unplanned creativity (such as the origin story behind the acoustic version) set them apart from many contemporaries. There is a clear indication that this band is in it for the long game and is ever willing to reimagine their process along the way.

In “Intertwined b/w Intertwined (Acoustic),” Delta of Venus doesn’t merely offer a follow-up single; they’ve crafted a remarkable duality that emphasises their evolution and ambition. For first-time listeners or long-time followers of the band since the reformation, this release serves as a reminder to slow down, listen closely, and enter a world built on feeling rather than formula. Stream it now on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you find your music, and keep your eyes (and ears) peeled for Delta Of Venus. They are just getting started.

Written by Manuel