Hypnotic, theatrical, and immersive. This is how we can describe “Virgo (Lists & Receipts),” the new single from Retrograde The Musical, which immerses us in a musical experience that shines with both its drama and its magnetism. From the first seconds, Liisi LaFontaine's voice guides the listener into an intimate and sophisticated universe.
In this piece, Liisi LaFontaine brings the sign of Virgo to life within the ambitious conceptual project that seeks to explore the inner life of each zodiac sign. With an elegant and precise performance, the artist manages to convey the perfectionist and analytical essence of Virgo, while Apocalypse Noir provides a choral echo that reinforces the intensity of the song. The result is an almost cinematic atmosphere.
Musically, "Lists & Receipts" moves between the ethereal and the pop, with very carefully curated arrangements that reflect the collaboration of renowned composers like Nick Laughlin and Richard C. Walter, alongside Jesse Saint John and Drew Louis.
Each song in Retrograde The Musical represents a zodiac sign and will be released in its respective astrological season. The combined output of these releases will shape the full album in 2026, a Studio Cast Recording that will also include more narrative songs to complement the central story.
The story follows Anna, a young aspiring astronomer who, after being rejected from the program founded by her own father, becomes obsessed with regaining her place and fulfilling her dream of joining NASA. Along the way, she encounters each zodiac sign, discovering lessons in these interactions that lead her to question the true meaning of the stars.
"Lists & Receipts" not only stands out for its vocal power and instrumental richness but also sparks curiosity for the rest of the show. It's a promising preview of what will be an ambitious and original musical journey, where theater and astrology come together in a unique experience.
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