Vanda Captivates With “Sunday Shroom,” An Addictive Masterpiece Of Dreamlike Intimacy
- STAFF
- Apr 26
- 4 min read
Updated: May 24
By: Staff
An emotionally magnetic triumph that wraps vulnerability in hypnotic rhythm and spellbinding vocal flow
We found Vanda, and with her latest release “Sunday Shroom,” and we are certain we’ve stumbled onto a new favorite artist.
The track opens with a soft synth wash, immediately setting a tone of stillness and subtle intrigue. That calm doesn’t last long, though; it quickly draws you further in with ghostlike percussive textures that seem to drift around you, before slipping effortlessly into a hypnotic acoustic guitar strum. It’s an unexpected but seamless shift that feels like stepping into a vivid daydream. Layered over this is Vanda’s one-of-a-kind vocal delivery, which instantly commands your attention. Her voice starts tender and breathy, then stretches into a more expansive and resonant register. There’s an emotional elasticity in how she moves between these modes, and what also stands out is how distinct and self-assured this sound feels. It’s not just technically strong, it’s rhythmically its own, operating outside typical patterns in a way that makes you lean in closer.
Vanda’s delivery feels like a stream of consciousness caught mid-drift, each phrase spilling effortlessly into the next. There’s a flow to her vocals that resembles something endless, like the tide pulling you in and never quite letting go. Even the silences carry weight; any pause feels deliberate, like it’s building anticipation for the next return. The sensation is addictive. It’s as if the only moment that feels fully alive is the one where she’s singing, and everything else exists in the space between. That control, that restraint, lets her emotion simmer rather than boil, and that quiet power is what makes the performance so arresting. The inflection and diction she chooses aren’t random; they act as brushstrokes, painting subtle layers of longing and introspection that deepen with every line.
And following that emotional undercurrent is a kind of surreal clarity. As Vanda explains, “It’s about that quiet, trippy headspace where you’re not sure if you’re dreaming or just remembering something really deeply.” That exact sensation is fully realized in this track. “Sunday Shroom” doesn’t just reference the hazy in-between of memory and reverie; it is that space. It captures the kind of emotional disorientation that lingers the morning after a night of intensity, where you’re still sorting through what was real and what was felt. There’s a golden warmth in the song’s groove, but it’s contrasted by something wistful, even slightly untethered. Like trying to bottle sunlight or hold onto smoke, the song is aware that the moment is fleeting, and that’s what makes it hit harder.
One of the song’s most striking and memorable elements comes in the form of Vanda’s “Ah Ah Ah” vocal motif. It’s understated at first, almost shy, but soon becomes emotionally magnetic. The way she uses these sounds feels wholly her own, intuitive, expressive, and completely devoid of artifice. It’s rare to see an artist take something that simple and transform it into something iconic, something that communicates feeling even without words. These moments feel like emotional punctuation marks, giving the listener just enough space to feel the depth of what’s being said in between the lyrics. It’s the kind of detail that doesn’t just enhance a song, it defines it.
Throughout the track, the instrumentation works in perfect harmony with her voice. The arrangement is deliberate and atmospheric, wrapping around her like vapor. It creates a feeling of lightness, like a breeze brushing through a half-open window on a warm afternoon. It moves through you gently, with just enough lift to make your thoughts float. As the song gradually builds in intensity, Vanda rises with it, not in a traditional crescendo, but with increasing emotional presence. You can almost see her moving with the music, as if the performance was captured in one live, unfiltered take. The connection between her and the sound is palpable, and it makes the experience feel personal, like you’re watching something real unfold in real time.
By the outro, the energy dissolves back into calm. It’s a soft descent that echoes the way the song began, completing the loop with the same elegance and restraint. The fading melody doesn’t feel like an ending so much as a quiet return to that reflective space you didn’t realize you needed. It’s a beautiful close, perfectly mirroring the emotional arc of the track itself.
We were genuinely blown away by Vanda and her performance on “Sunday Shroom.” The production choices, the emotional nuance of her delivery, and the way she shapes a moment without overcomplicating it all come together into something captivating and deeply resonant. Every detail feels intentional. Every expression feels earned. This is more than a standout track, it’s a signal that Vanda is carving out a space entirely her own. And it’s one we’re eager to return to.
“Sunday Shroom” by Vanda is a genre-defying revelation, achingly beautiful, emotionally rich, and sonically transportive
Vanda is steadily crafting an immersive musical identity that defies easy categorization. With over 3 million streams to her name and a growing underground following, she continues to pull listeners into deeply personal narratives marked by raw emotion and fearless vulnerability.
Her sound blends left-of-center pop instincts with immersive production choices that favor texture and mood over formula. It’s not about chasing trends, it’s about building a world.
Vanda’s breakout debut, Sober In Another Life, served as a striking introduction to her perspective as a queer artist exploring identity, intimacy, and the stories we tell ourselves to survive. Her work doesn’t demand attention; it earns it, slowly and completely.
We’re so excited to have found Vanda and can’t wait to hear what she brings us next.
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