Giselle Sinks Her Teeth Into Halloween With "Vampire"

Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Giselle delivers a spooky electronic treat with her latest single, "Vampire," just in time for the Halloween season.

This multi-talented artist has been honing her craft since childhood, mastering multiple instruments and performing across the country. Originally from Boston and raised in Buffalo, Giselle made the bold move to LA at 21, where she's been racking up loyal listeners ever since.

With her new single, "Vampire," Giselle showcases her versatility as an artist, diving into the world of electronic house music. The track is a perfect blend of infectious beats and haunting vocals, designed to get listeners moving on the dance floor.

Expanding on "Vampire," this track grabs you and doesn't let go. Giselle's vocals are both angelic and dangerous, perfectly embodying the seductive nature of a vampire. The lyrics paint a picture of a femme fatale, a party girl with a dark side that's impossible to resist. The contrast between the upbeat electronic production and the ominous lyrical content creates an intriguing tension that keeps you hooked for the ride.

While it's perfect for spooky season parties, the track's catchy hooks and pulsing rhythm make it a potential year-round club hit. Giselle's vocal performance is the standout element, showcasing her range as she effortlessly switches between sultry verses and powerful choruses.

Ready to add some bite to your playlist? Sink your teeth into Giselle's new single, "Vampire," now available on all major streaming platforms.

We appreciate the spooky feel of "Vampire" this time of year. What inspired you to create a Halloween-themed dance track?

Thanks for having me back! 'Tis the season, right?! I am a huge horror/Halloween person, so it only felt right to make another Halloween-themed song. I have one from years ago, and it felt like it was time to make one that's even more fun!

Your musical background is quite diverse. How did you approach blending your various influences into this electronic house sound?

Thank you! I have always believed in sharing all of my musical backgrounds! It's fun to try new genres and revisit old ones. This is a great question. In order to blend my various influences and sounds, I made sure to throw signature things into the song still. For example, there are certain things I love to do vocally in a song, even if it's just background vocals for people to notice, and then they're like, "Yup, this is a Giselle song." Even at the end of this song, I included the "ahhs" to pay homage to my original training in opera!

The lyrics of "Vampire" paint a vivid picture. Can you tell us more about the story you're telling in this song?

I'm so glad the lyrics did that! To share more in-depth, I was heavily inspired to write this song because I have always been a fan of Vampires! I loved shows like The Vampire Diaries and True Blood growing up. I was a huge Twilight fan as a kid, and I still am. NO SHAME IN THAT! HAHA.

I also remember seeing Blacula for the first time when I was young, as well as Vampira (Old Dracula), and it made me so happy to see people like me as Vampires. To see representation. So, I wanted to keep that representation going. It's not often we see Black Vampires as the center focus of horror films or horror-inspired music videos. To paint more of a picture, this Vampire (played by me) is a ripper.

If you've watched TVD or you know about the lore of vampires, it's believed that some cannot really control their hunger, or they choose to "turn off" their emotional switch. My vampire has done just that. She lures you in, even though you know something's wrong... you can't really figure it out UNTIL it's too late!

This vampire craves love, but her hunger doesn't allow it. Even the people she has fallen in love with don't last very long. She can't hide from her truth, from her secret. She's a vampire... and you're going to DIE!

How does "Vampire" stand out from your previous releases?

I would say this song stands out for many reasons. One, I was just having a blast the entire time. Not to say I don't have a blast with my other songs! But some of my other songs are emotionally heavy. This song wasn't. It was just written because of a pure love of horror and vampires. I even got to make my directorial debut with this music video!

My entire vision was brought to life exactly as I saw it. That's a dream come true! I think Vampire also stands out because it's a track that makes you want to dance! I think it's beyond just a Halloween song, but a song that will get played year-round due to how enjoyable it feels!

What was your favorite part about creating such a fun, powerful song like "Vampire?" Which parts of the process did you enjoy most?

I have so many favorite parts... One of them was working in the studio with my producer, Jordan. I told him what I wanted and explained that I wanted the sound to be like an 80s synth-pop type of instrumental. He provided that! While we worked together, I even asked if we could have sound effects of people screaming in the background (which you hear), and it was so much fun! At the start of the songs, there's this sound of a "neck being ripped," which is so gross but so cool, haha!

It really sells the song. There's also a cool sound effect of a sword at the bridge, which we used for the creepy impact and to provide the listener with a cue that the song would transition back into the chorus! My other favorite part of creating this was filming the video with an awesome team, Dark Crown Films! They respected and understood my vision perfectly, and it was so much fun to direct camera motions, actors, and more! As I said before, to see my vision come to life spot on was a real treat!

Lastly, I'd say writing this song was so fun because it easily came to me. I had just finished an episode of TVD (I'm rewatching for what I think is the 50th time, haha), and I went into my music room and just sat down and wrote down this storyline. It all came together perfectly!

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