Seven Lions & Kerli – Thrice Woven – Review: A Mystical Fusion of Melodic Bass and Ethereal Vocals
“Thrice Woven” by Seven Lions and Kerli is a track that feels less like a conventional EDM collaboration and more like a ritual unfolding in sound. True to its title, the song is built in interlocking layers – melody, atmosphere, and emotion – each strand tightening as the track progresses. Seven Lions leans into his cinematic instincts here, crafting a backdrop that fuses melodic dubstep with trance-inflected harmony, while maintaining a restrained patience that allows the song to breathe rather than rush toward its drop.
Kerli’s vocal performance is the emotional core of the piece. Her voice arrives with an ethereal weight, floating above the mix yet grounded in a sense of ancient mysticism. Lyrically and tonally, she evokes themes of fate, transformation, and spiritual binding – ideas that have long been part of her artistic identity. Instead of chasing a radio-friendly hook, her delivery is measured and incantatory, giving the impression that the song is summoning something rather than simply entertaining. This choice aligns perfectly with Seven Lions’ production, which favours slow-burning tension and textural depth over immediate impact.
What makes Thrice Woven stand out in Seven Lions’ catalog is its confidence in subtlety. The drop doesn’t explode so much as it unfurls, revealing a melodic payoff that feels earned rather than engineered. It’s a track designed for late-night listening or immersive live moments, where its emotional resonance can fully sink in. “Thrice Woven” is a reminder that electronic music can still feel sacred and deliberate – woven with care, intention, and a sense of otherworldly beauty.