Desire

About

Desire, the moniker of Montreal-based Megan Louise, doesn’t just create music; she crafts sonic landscapes of longing and lust draped in the melancholic sheen of the late 70s and early 80s. Her synth-driven sound, a potent cocktail of Italo disco, darkwave, and shimmering synth-pop, evokes neon-lit cityscapes and clandestine rendezvous. Desire's journey began with early explorations of electronic textures, culminating in a breakthrough with tracks like "Under Your Spell," a collaboration with Chromatics that found mainstream success after its inclusion in the film "Drive." This pivotal moment catapulted Desire into the consciousness of a wider audience, solidifying her position as a key player in the burgeoning synthwave revival. Beyond the infectious melodies and danceable rhythms, Desire's music possesses a depth and emotional vulnerability rarely found in the genre. Her lyrics explore themes of desire, isolation, and the ephemeral nature of connection, delivered with a detached yet captivating vocal style. Collaborations with artists like Johnny Jewel and Glass Candy underscore her integral role within the Italians Do It Better collective, a creative force shaping the sound of contemporary electronic music. Desire continues to tour and release music, most recently performing at festivals and clubs, further cementing her legacy as a purveyor of sophisticated, stylish synth-pop for the modern age. Her music remains an exploration of the human condition through the lens of electronic sound.