“Keep Breathing” (Cold Venus Revisited song)

Cold Venus Revisited, photo courtesy the artists

The video treatment for Cold Venus Revisited’s “Keep Breathing” is a resonant complement to its shivering drones and processional rhythm. Shot in black and white with an enigmatic figure standing next to a river, images of flocks of birds flying and close-up of an eye with a ripple on water superimposed over the top. In moments its reminiscent of an incredibly gloomy Mazzy Star song with even more introspective vocals and the group says it’s a “love song for very sad people.” There’s a stark beauty to the song that is framed by a moody bass line and finely and firmly accented drums that gives it a mysterious power and sense of doomed romance that sticks with you. Watch the video for “Keep Breathing” from the Prague-based post-punk band Cold Venus Revisited and follow the group at the links provided.