ROREY explores liminal space with new single ‘Sleepwalking’
ROREY
New York bedroom pop singer-songwriter ROREY has returned with her mesmerizing new single ‘Sleepwalking’, a standout track from her upcoming sophomore EP, Dysphoria.
This piece of indie pop encapsulates the essence of ROREY’s unique sound, characterized by ethereal vocals, haunting melodies, and hypnotic instrumentals.
‘Sleepwalking’ is an immersive experience that blurs the lines between the conscious and subconscious, and invites listeners to explore their own introspection and emotions. The song itself is a reflection of ROREY’s own mental health journey, written during a period of deep personal struggle following her bipolar disorder diagnosis in 2021.
The connection between the artist and the song is palpable, as ROREY describes ‘Sleepwalking’ as her “dissociation anthem,” capturing the surreal experience of navigating life in a dreamlike state.
The production, done in conjunction with her long-time collaborator Scott Effman, is hypnotic and layered in sound, perfectly complementing ROREY’s introspective lyrics.
ROREY can be proud of creating a deep and, at the same time, intensely catchy song. ‘Sleepwalking’ is one of those tracks that inevitably makes you move to the sound of the melody. The chorus, in particular, makes it a real earworm: you’ll find it popping into your head throughout the day and that, already, makes it stand out.
The atmosphere of the song is simultaneously both relaxing and disturbing, and that precisely reflects the cognitive dissonance that ROREY felt during the creation of it. It’s a testament to her ability to translate complex emotions into relatable art.
ROREY’s background is as diverse as her music. Growing up between Manhattan and Los Angeles, she began playing guitar at age six and taught herself to play piano at age 14. Her musical journey has been marked by early influences such as Santana, Pink Floyd, and Jethro Tull, but her ability to draw inspiration from everyday conversations and personal experiences brings valuable traits of authenticity to her music.
ROREY has landed spots on popular Spotify playlists like ‘Fresh Finds Indie’ and ‘New in Pop’. Her heartfelt approach to songwriting and commitment to exploring the depths of human emotions have also earned her praise from global media.
‘Sleepwalking’ is a compelling preview of what’s to come on Dysphoria, an EP that promises to delve even deeper into ROREY’s mental health journey, without losing the enjoyment and fun that is the essence of music.