The Slow Circuit: Reimagining a 90’s Classic for Women’s History Month

Asbury Park’s dark electro-pop band, The Slow Circuit, is known for crafting immersive soundscapes that push genre boundaries. On March 21, they released a reimagined cover as part of the Girls Only compilation album, offering a fresh take on a song from a completely different musical world.

Choosing the Right Song

“We’ve always liked the song and the band,” they explain. “Covering something outside our genre allowed us to have fun transforming it into something uniquely ours.” Their goal was to breathe new life into a track that wasn’t overly mainstream but still carried a sense of nostalgia and coolness.

A Lifelong Influence

While The Slow Circuit’s music leans into dark electronic tones, the band acknowledges the lasting impact of female-fronted alternative rock bands on their creative journey. “We’ve always appreciated those artists, and while it’s not the genre we write or perform now, we still draw inspiration from their vocal delivery, lyricism, and visual aesthetics.”

Reimagining a Childhood Favorite

The song choice wasn’t just random—it was something ingrained in their early musical memories. “We all just knew this song from when we were kids and thought it had a good hook.” By reshaping the track with their own sonic textures, they hope to introduce a new emotional depth to the lyrics and offer listeners a fresh perspective.

The Slow Circuit hopes to see more recognition for women beyond the pop sphere. “There are still disparities in recognition and opportunities for women songwriters, producers, engineers, and executives. The industry needs to create more equitable access and opportunities across all positions.”

The Creative Process

Despite working with a song outside their usual genre, The Slow Circuit approached this cover as they would any of their originals. “We wanted to make it our own,” they say. The biggest challenge? Translating a guitar-heavy track into their synth-driven style. “We don’t use a guitar player live, so we had to reinterpret the energy and structure.”

Looking to the Future

When asked about dream collaborations, The Slow Circuit leans toward Charli XCX. “She’s fun,” they say. As for advice to young women in the music industry? “We WISH we had advice to give.”

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