Otracami is a songwriter and artist based in New York. Since introducing her ethereal yet experimental approach to contemporary folk in 2022 with singles like “Pipe Scream” and “In The Car,” the artist has slowly been carving out a lane for herself in a burgeoning folk scene. As Otracami, Camila Ortiz toys with convention, employing a whimsical yet weighty approach to her writing, which is only underscored by her love of left-field instrumentation. With her debut album, Touching the Stove Coil, arriving in 2023, this year marks the return of Ortiz. The artist’s sophomore LP, Runoff, is set to arrive on March 20.
The anticipation for new Otracami music is thick in the air, and the latest single is only adding to the excitement. The meditative and immersive “Sirens” is a moving preview ofRunoff, highlighting the new level of vulnerability the artist discovered over the three years between releases. Staying true to her passion for pushing the boundaries of folk music, “Sirens” employs subtle hints of indie rock via an ever-evolving arrangement driven by twinkling guitars and hypnotic percussion. The lyrics, loosely based on the story of Persephone and her handmaidens, showcase how Ortiz can make even her loftiest vision feel deeply personal. She spins this timeless story into a slice of urgent yet calming indie folk, hinting at the type of unrelenting creativity we can expect to see on Runoff. With her sophomore effort right around the corner, Ortiz releases an enchanting preview that should have everyone extremely excited for this upcoming LP.
