In the sprawling creative ecosystem of Los Angeles, KiKi Holli has long been an artist defined by her range, but her latest offering, “Running Out of Time,” signals a pivot into a far more immersive and cinematic territory. Now performing as KiKi Holli & The Remedy, the Southern California singer-songwriter has moved beyond the infectious nu-disco energy of her past to create a sonic world where indie-pop meets the haunting textures of dark wave and baroque flourishes. Produced by two-time Grammy nominee Ethan Allen (known for his work with Ben Harper and Tricky), the track is a masterclass in atmospheric tension. Lush synths and sweeping orchestration pulse beneath Holli’s voice, which shifts effortlessly from a restrained, ghostly vulnerability to a soaring intensity that demands the listener’s full attention. It is a record designed to be felt as much as heard, capturing the fragile, essential nature of time with an urgency that feels both deeply personal and universally expansive.
The transition to “& The Remedy” is more than just a name change; it’s a reflection of the magnetic energy of Holli’s live band and a commitment to a more sculpted, organic sound. This evolution is rooted in a background that is as much about the stage as it is about the studio. Originally from Pittsburgh, Holli’s theatrical foundation—honed while co-writing and starring in the acclaimed Off-Broadway hit Forever Dusty: The Dusty Springfield Musical—is palpable in her songwriting. Each track unfolds like a meticulously blocked scene, with her BFA-trained vocals delivering lines with an intentionality and depth that few in the indie-pop sphere can match. This theatricality doesn’t mean the music is a performance of a persona; rather, it allows Holli to amplify the rawest parts of herself, turning internal dialogues into high-stakes, cinematic experiences.
Critically, Holli has already secured a seat at the table with the likes of Rolling Stone France, Billboard Argentina, and EARMILK singing her praises. Her December 2025 release, “Wish,” set the stage for this new era, landing a spot on Atwood Magazine’s prestigious Songs of the Year list and proving that her blend of “emotion and strength” resonates far beyond the local LA scene. While she has previously conquered the dancefloor with Billboard-praised anthems like “WIN U OVER” and touched hearts with LGBTQ+ favorites like “Pretty Boys,” “Running Out of Time” sees her deepening the atmosphere. She isn’t leaving the pop sensibility behind; she is simply expanding its emotional and sonic boundaries, proving that she can navigate the “noir-drenched” depths of a dark wave atmosphere just as effectively as a disco-tinged high.
Ultimately, “Running Out of Time” is a bold and resonant mission statement that points toward a highly anticipated forthcoming album. It is the sound of an artist who has stopped looking at the clock and started living within the pulse of the moment. By merging the precision of her theatrical training with the experimental grit of Ethan Allen’s production, KiKi Holli & The Remedy have crafted a track that explores hope, longing, and the tension between the past and the future. As she continues to bridge the gap between cinematic scale and emotional precision, Holli stands as a reminder that true artistic evolution isn’t about starting over—it’s about gathering every past version of yourself and letting them speak all at once.
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