Juggling singing, being an attorney, and being an entrepreneur, Calista Wu, otherwise known as CaliStar, has been winning on all fronts, displaying a relentless work ethic and such a sheer will to succeed that pins her up there as a role model for up-and-coming Asian artists and entrepreneurs. As an artist, she is known for her creative standards and her unique blend of cultural influences, synthesized sounds, and harmonic atmospheres in pop music.
Her new EP, “Glitterati,” is much more than fanciful music; this over 20-minute surreal listening experience also serves as a groundbreaking milestone in CaliStar’s music endeavors as it displays her growth and maturity not only as an artist but also as a person. Boasting profound and ear-catching harmonies, “Glitterati” takes the listeners on a path into complete freedom.
Here, you decide who you are; your happiness, sense of self, and worth come first. This feels like a significant milestone in her career, even for an artist of her outstanding talent. “Glitterati” is about the genuine nature of a life worth living. It encompasses all the ideals of being the best version of oneself. Blending indie, synth, and dance pop tunes, CaliStar’s silky, smooth, and mellifluous vocal resonance distinctly captures your listening senses and aptly demonstrates awe-inspiring showmanship far beyond CaliStar’s years.
The opening track, “Ethereal Lover” is undeniably cinematic and transports a listener into a world of CaliStar’s creation. Her angelic voice, imbued with effortless power, gently slides over the impressive blend of melody and rhythm that exudes a dance-pop vibe with subtle synth influences to transform this track into an endearing anthem that you can’t seem to get enough of—and why should you?
And it is the fine details that really count—like those arresting hooks and easily quotable lines that really engage the listener and invite them to sing along!
The title track, featuring the equally talented Kiyonȇ, leaves a lasting impression, compelling repeated listens. This is the ultimate chill and cruise beat for the summer. The kind of music that inspires you to joyfully dance on your feet as you sing your lungs out to that infectious chorus This collaboration is what happens when two artists come together, each recognizing what the other is worth.
If you are looking to go on that long drive as you cruise past miles and miles of highway, having “Glitterati” as your company is a deep sense of self-care…please keep this life hack close to your heart; it may come in handy!
I have lots of words to describe the track “Can’t Sleep,” but radio-friendly tops them all; this is a certified radio staple and a delightfully charming anthem that is deeply emotional and enchanting at the same time. The way CaliStar wears her heart on her sleeves to connect with a listener on a deep emotional level is something to behold. That hook-laden chorus is something the listener takes away with them outside of this track.
At its heart, the track “Don’t Give Up” has a deeply relevant message of always pushing despite adversities that may align in your path. With her graciously beautiful voice over the warm pop melodies, CaliStar is reminding you that you are almost there…don’t give up the fight…keep moving!
In its entirety, “Glitterati” is primed to leave an indelible mark on the independent pop music scene, with CaliStar being elevated to international acclaim as she continues to raise the bar and set standards while redefining pop music’s quality in her own unique ways!
If you are looking for a fresh musical fixation to inspire your own creativity and imagination, then “Glitterati” is the perfect dose; follow the attached link and relish to the fullest!
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