With over 600 million streams, the DJ/producer reveals her most personal and powerful work to date on her 2024 LP.
At the start of 2024, Elohim envisioned her album Power of Panic as a triumphant tale, celebrating the power to channel anxiety into something greater. With singles like “Can’t Remember Your Name,” “Tiny Human,” and “Didn’t Sign Up For This,” she aimed to pair the album release with a headline tour, marking a pinnacle moment in her career. However, old foes—anxiety, dissociation, and panic disorder—resurfaced, leading her to rely on Benzodiazepines, which resulted in dependency. Her dream began to unravel, forcing her to cancel the tour and confront the challenges of weaning off the medication.
During her recovery, Elohim faced the raw truth of her struggles, realizing the dual power of panic: its potential for both destruction and transformation. Despite these challenges, she continued to dream of a future where she conquers her battles and returns to the stage. For now, Power of Panic exists without the stage lights, representing a complex, fractured, but still beautiful reality.
“I still can’t help but wonder what this would all be like in a parallel universe where I’ve conquered my struggles, where I’m on stage again performing for thousands. That’s the dream and I promise you I will never give up on that. The reality is so much more complicated, broken, and yet still beautiful. Power of Panic is yours: no stage, no lights, and that has to be enough for now.” – Elohim
The album cycle has showcased Elohim’s ability to create symbolic and visually striking content, delving into mental health struggles. The singles from Power of Panic have received massive support and praise, with highlights including placements on Spotify’s “Women of Electronic” playlist, Apple Music’s “New in Dance,” and Amazon Music’s “Brand New Music” and “Fresh Electronic” editorial playlists.
“Can’t Remember Your Name” deals with memory loss and life’s chaos, reflecting the confusion and frustration of brain fog. “Tiny Human” contrasts the vast, busy world with feelings of insignificance, capturing the overwhelming nature of societal pressures. “Didn’t Sign Up For This” addresses the crushing responsibilities and pressures of modern life, highlighting the burdens on mental well-being.
Elohim bravely tackles these critical topics, opening up crucial conversations about mental health. Her music not only entertains but also sheds light on often overlooked struggles. Power of Panic stands as Elohim’s defining release of 2024, encapsulating her journey and messages with deeply personal and powerful messaging. Through raw lyrics and engaging melodies, Elohim ignites crucial conversations about mental health, inviting listeners to explore and understand these hidden struggles.
“This album’s true message is raw, brutally honest, and quite frankly not from the place I thought I would be, but from the place where I actually am.” – Elohim
