KIIX – Heartless Goodbye (Album Review)

KIIX crafts an engaging, purposeful, and highly entertaining EDM body of work in “Heartless Goodbye.”

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5. Deepest Of Desire

KIIX shows us what it is we truly crave.

“Deepest Of Desire” embarks on a radiant exploration of one’s truest desires. The soulful and catchy hook resonates throughout the track, maintaining its allure without losing its freshness, thanks to the multi-layered instrumentals that continually captivate. The sonic production is striking, offering a dynamic interplay of highs and lows at every second. In just five minutes, this house track is poised to evoke emotions, ignite dance, and set your heart ablaze.

4. Heartless Goodbye

If you need to get over your ex, listen to this.

The song’s introduction is a gradual yet rewarding build-up, guiding you to discover your rhythm as it seamlessly transitions into a chorus adorned with vibrant electronic beats. The trance-like production and KIIX’s distinctive and unfiltered vocals create a enchanting experience. KIIX, through his music, articulates the universal sentiment of investing wholeheartedly in love, only to face rejection and dismissal. He transforms the experience of heartbreak into an unforgettable tune that invites you to dance the night away.

3. HeartBeat

Your heart might beat out of its chest with this one.

“HeartBeat” takes a slower pace than other tracks on the album, but it remains an enjoyable experience. The infectious club beat may resonate with the rhythm of your own heart, effectively capturing the sensational essence of heartache. The guest vocals add a potent and sensual layer, creating a mood of urgency and heightened emotions. The cohesive vibes owe much to KIIX’s adept mixing and mastering skills.

2. Morning

It’s the perfect wake me up.

Don’t think you’ll doze off when “Morning” plays. This track offers an intriguing blend of genres, featuring electronic beats, pop singing, and a surprising hip-hop flow in a single verse. KIIX fearlessly explores the theme of love, delicately describing a transformative connection between two individuals. The bond is so powerful that they become each other’s reason for waking up. A lively and high-energy dance break punctuates the song, perfectly capturing the strength of the shared love.

1. Drowning

I never thought drowning would sound like a dream.

When the feelings for someone become overwhelming to the point of no return, what do you do? You “Drown.” This maddening love can make you feel sick and blind, but at least now there’s a song to capture that feeling and let you lose yourself on the dancefloor. KIIX wraps up Heartless Goodbye on a high note with this colorful song. Although it’s the shortest track on the entire list, it’s arguably the most impactful.

SONG BY SONG BREAKDOWN

1. Deepest Desire (4/5)

2. Wild Love (3/5)

3. HeartBeat (4/5)

4. Yesterday (3.5/5)

5. Who Am I (4/5)

6. My Heart (3/5)

7. Morning (5/5)

8. Steal My Soul (4/5)

9. Heartless Goodbye (4/5)

10. Paranoid (4/5)

11. Drowning (5/5)

RGM RATING

(B)

If you’ve been craving some EDM in your life, take a moment to explore Heartless Goodbye. It’s the second full-length album from EDM producer KIIX, and it packs a punch. The album feels and sounds like a dream, transporting you to different soundscapes. Throughout the album, storytelling, whether through compelling vocals and lyrics or thrilling, evocative production, takes center stage.

Heartless Goodbye is a shapeshifter in terms of vibes, offering new and contrasting feelings with each track. The album delves deep into topics like heartbreak and love through vulnerable and honest lyrics. Each listen becomes a session for either shedding tears or sharing laughter, leaving you with a mix of emotions. KIIX demonstrates that EDM is more than just a genre filled with simple synths and drums, and he proves this with the diverse and compelling Heartless Goodbye.