German powerhouse labels Public Possession and Running Back team up to bring you a nostalgic tribute to '80s disco-synth-pop and Balkan self-pity. In a blend of cultural nostalgia and contemporary resonance, be-friended artists Krystal Klear and La Raf present their first collaborative record titled Boli Boli (It hurts, it hurts) this autumn. The record is a steamy homage to the '80s disco-synth-pop. La Raf's vocals equipped with Krystal Klear's sound remind us of the bittersweet memories of the bygone yet still beloved music-era from former Yugoslavia. The song came to life during a spontaneous creative outburst when Krystal and Raf reunited in a studio in London in 2023. Singer La Raf, a Croatian native based in Berlin, channeled the raw emotions of a not so recent break-up regret into the lyrics of "Boli Boli." Infused with Balkan self-pity, the song delivers a very personal experience of pain and regret, not as mere sorrow but as a confident, joyful indulgence in one's own grief. This emotional depth finds a perfect counterpart in Krystal Klear's talent for crafting melodies that evoke both happiness and melancholia. Together, they have created a track that is as introspective as it is danceable, offering its listeners a glimpse into a world where sadness is embraced with a sense of pride and joy, capturing the cultural tapestry of the Balkan region.
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