A haunting dark-pop ballad built on felt piano, deep sub-bass, and minimalist percussion. The vocals are intimate and raw—low, breathy, and textured—floating between R&B warmth and cinematic melancholy. “Hold My Fractures” captures the quiet ache of breaking the same part of yourself over and over, and the fragile hope of finding comfort in someone’s calm. It’s late-night, candle-light music—emotional, slow-burning, and soul-heavy.
For fans of atmospheric, emotional production and smoky, vulnerable vocals.

HOLD MY FRACTURES

“Fall” drifts in that cinematic space between heartbreak and release — a dark, emotional pop track built around a deep, organic bass bed, live drums, and haunting Spanish guitar fills. The vocals are warm, mid-range, and slightly raspy — raw emotion delivered through a late-night haze.
The song moves like memory: slow piano and ambient pads bloom into a full, pulsing groove that feels both intimate and expansive. Each chorus swells with echoing harmonies and ghostly whispers of “Fall” that fade into silence.
A dance track for the quiet hours — moody, human, and hypnotic. Perfect for anyone who’s ever looked back at love and still felt its shadow move.
Genre: Dark Pop / Chill Electronica / Cinematic Dance
Mood: Emotional, Nocturnal, Atmospheric, Soul-Charged
For fans of: moody late-night pop with live energy and cinematic depth.

FALL

“My Own Flow (Remastered)” is pure motion — dark-pop meets late-night freedom. Driven by a steady beat, deep bass, and shimmering synths, it pulses with confidence and release. The vocals glide in that space between control and surrender — smooth, mid-tone, lightly raspy — echoing the vibe of Sia, Banks, and Broods. Spanish-guitar textures flash through the mix, adding warmth and human touch to its club-ready rhythm.
It’s a song about reclaiming yourself on the dance floor — not to be seen, not to impress, but to breathe. Every kick, every rise, every note says: I don’t need permission to move.
This is the sound of letting go, of finding your heartbeat again.

My Own Flow

“Between the Smoke” drifts between loss and desire — a dark, cinematic ballad carried by Spanish guitar, hand percussion, and deep atmospheric bass. The vocals are intimate and smoky, tracing the quiet ache left after love fades. Each verse moves like slow dancing in candlelight, while the choruses bloom with emotion and echoing harmonies.
Remastered for warmth and depth, this version blends flamenco tension with modern dark-pop textures — moody, romantic, and hauntingly beautiful.
Genre: Dark Pop / Cinematic / Latin Fusion
Mood: Emotional, sensual, introspective, smoky
Instrumentation: Spanish guitar, cajón, ambient synths, strings, layered female vocals
Tags: #darkpop, #cinematic, #spanishguitar, #latinpop, #flamenco, #femalevocal, #moody, #emotional, #romantic, #ballad, #downtempo, #atmospheric, #sultry, #remastered, #deepbass, #indiepop, #haunting, #guitar, #introspective, #aesthetic

Between the Smoke

Cinematic dark-pop meets futuristic power. “Crown of Stars” burns with a mix of deep electronic bass, Spanish-guitar shimmer, and thunderous drums. A hypnotic chant — “I’m reloading, system flame” — rises through the mix as ethereal choirs and synths explode into a widescreen anthem about rebirth, resilience, and cosmic royalty.
Built on Aiko Nova’s signature sound — moody, immersive, and unapologetically cinematic — the track feels like standing in a storm of light: dark, divine, and unstoppable.
🜂 Genre: Electronic / Dark Pop / Cinematic
🎧 For fans of: Sia, BANKS, Broods, FKA Twigs, RÜFÜS DU SOL
💫 Mood: Empowered · Futuristic · Majestic

Crown of Stars

“Let You Be Free (Remastered)” unfolds like a confession echoing through a late-night music hall — where grand piano and Spanish guitar meet deep, pulsing bass and orchestral swells. The song drifts between heartbreak and liberation, built on lush strings, dark electronic textures, and a haunting vocal that rises from fragility to power. It’s a cinematic blend of emotion and rhythm — forgiveness set to a heartbeat.
Genre: Cinematic Dark-Pop / Deep-House Ballad
Mood: Emotional, redemptive, atmospheric, late-night

Let You Be Free

“Drifting (Remastered)” floats between confession and surrender — a moody, late-night blend of electronic and dream-pop textures. Breath-soft vocals move through waves of ambient synths, deep bass, and hypnotic percussion, balancing fragility and strength in equal measure. It feels weightless yet heavy with emotion — a moment suspended between love, loss, and memory.

DRIFTING

A cinematic dark-pop track that burns slow and clean. True Fire opens with a low, pulsing bass bed and drifting synth textures that feel almost weightless before igniting into a full-bodied chorus wrapped in reverb, live-sounding drums, and airy harmonies. The vocal delivery moves from restrained and intimate to fierce and unfiltered—rasped edges against glowing analog warmth. Subtle Spanish-guitar fills and deep-house percussion hint at both passion and restraint, keeping the tension alive from start to finish. This is Aiko Nova at her most atmospheric and emotional—where electronic elegance meets human heat, and every note feels like a spark that refuses to fade.

TRUE FIRE

Ethereal, ambient soundscapes for your pleasure. Relax, chillout and enjoy. SFS

ETHEREAL - FAREWELL AND SORROW

Sorted this out in like 3 or 4 hours. not too shabby. Just hate the buildup, was rushing.

Track 16 | 8.3/10

I have no idea what I'm doing, this is me practicing. This has every bit of "music" that vaguely represents a song that I’ve made. Any comments appreciated

AIKO NOVA
The Electronic Music Duo Redefining Emotional EDM
AIKO NOVA represents the next evolution in electronic music storytelling, where raw emotion meets cutting-edge production in perfect harmony. The duo consists of vocalist AIKO NOVA (Emma Claire Winters, 28) and producer DJ VERTEX (Tyler James Reeves, 31), two artists who have found their creative sweet spot in the intersection of vulnerability and dancefloor energy.
The Partnership
AIKO NOVA and DJ VERTEX's creative chemistry is undeniable—her haunting vocals and introspective lyrics paired with his meticulous production create an immersive sonic experience that resonates both in intimate headphone sessions and packed club environments. Their collaboration began in 2021 when the Portland-based vocalist met the Orange County producer at an underground showcase, leading to an immediate creative spark that would define their artistic direction.
Sound and Vision
The duo's music explores the emotional complexity of modern relationships through an electronic lens, with AIKO NOVA's crystalline vocals floating over VERTEX's atmospheric production. Their signature sound blends synthesizer-heavy landscapes with pulsing beats, creating tracks that are both introspective and anthemic. Their breakthrough single "Walls" exemplifies their ability to transform personal experiences into universal emotional experiences, examining the barriers we build to protect ourselves from love while simultaneously craving connection.
AIKO NOVA's vocal range spans from whispered confessions to powerful, soaring choruses, while VERTEX's production provides the perfect sonic foundation—building tension through sparse verses before exploding into emotionally cathartic drops. Their music speaks to anyone who has experienced love, loss, and longing in the digital age.
Creative Process
Working between VERTEX's converted garage studio overlooking the Pacific and various Portland recording spaces, the duo has developed a collaborative process that honors both of their strengths. VERTEX typically begins with atmospheric production elements—crafting the sonic landscape that will support the emotional journey—while AIKO NOVA develops the lyrical concepts and vocal melodies that give each track its emotional core.
Their writing sessions often begin with long conversations about personal experiences and observations about modern relationships, which then translate into the vulnerable, relatable lyrics that have become their trademark. This authentic approach to songwriting has resulted in music that feels both personal and universal.
Breakthrough Success
The release of "Walls" marked a pivotal moment for AIKO NOVA, garnering critical acclaim and significant streaming numbers while establishing them as rising stars in the emotional electronic music scene. The track's exploration of emotional barriers and the struggle between self-protection and vulnerability struck a chord with listeners worldwide, setting high expectations for their upcoming debut album.
Debut Album: "Afterglow"
Their highly anticipated debut album "Afterglow" promises to be a comprehensive exploration of love, loss, and healing in the digital age. With "Walls" serving as the lead single, the album is expected to showcase the full range of AIKO NOVA's artistic collaboration while pushing the boundaries of what electronic music can achieve when it prioritizes emotional authenticity alongside sonic innovation.
Looking Ahead
AIKO NOVA continues to establish themselves as pioneers in the emotional EDM space, with "Afterglow" set to solidify their position as artists who understand how to translate complex emotions into compelling electronic music. The duo's commitment to authentic expression and innovative production techniques positions them at the forefront of electronic music's next wave.

New tracks tagged #chil