Bunar LifT step into the scene with a debut single that instantly tells you they’re not here to play it safe. “Marionette” is dark, cinematic and full of that haunting wave of energy you only get from artists who know exactly what they want their sound to be. The duo, coming out of Austria, blends darkwave and post‑punk in a way that feels like their own style.
The track moves like a slow shadow with deep synths, sharp edges, and a cold atmosphere that pulls you right into it. The instrumental is crafted with real care, every layer feels intentional, especially the synth work, which gives the song its hypnotic character. There’s creativity in the way everything is placed and the production has this clean-but-moody texture that fits the theme perfectly.
The lyrics dig into control, desire, and the strange push-pull between them. They’re vivid without being complicated and almost theatrical at moments which makes the song even more gripping. You can tell a lot of effort went into shaping the world of this track.
This debut is truly impressive. It sounds like something from a seasoned act, not artists just releasing their first single. We honestly feel like this won’t be the last time Bunar LifT shows up on our blog. Their sound is unique, their atmosphere is powerful, and we love the passion they bring into their music. If this is the starting point, the upcoming album “House of Silence” is going to be something to watch for.
Lyrics:
Creepers around you
They don’t hesitate
Your games with me
They, push me to the brink of decay
Nothing more, neither less
This show is full of distress
I’m the marionette of your vanity
The doll you always wanted
An object tied in knots
With a place in the closet
Dance with my wooden legs
Move me slowly; I’m tied for heck
Dance with me on the verge of shame
I’m a rover, show me the way
Look down; they are not watching
They melt down at once
Play with the rope
For me, there’s no hope of going back
Stepping toward the pyre
Move me slowly
There is a fear of light
All I need is candle in the dark
And your hand waving like the hand of God
Artificial creature to fill your lust
Pinocchio made of stone and ice
Just to trust your lies
Lifeless lies in the mud
Creating silhouettes for the hungry dark
Look down; they are not watching
They melt down at once
Play with the rope
For me, there’s no hope of going back
Stepping toward the pyre
Move me slowly
There is a fear of light
All I need is a candle in the dark
And your hand waving like the hand of God.
ABOUT THE BAND:
Standing as a mixture of 80s synth melancholy and the raw pulse of modern alternative sound, Bunar Lift is a Bosnian duo born in the winter of 2021, formed by childhood friends Stjepan Markunović and Matej Matinović. Their music channels unease, weaving analog synths, haunted vocals, and cold drum machines into songs that echo with memory and silence. Rooted in the cracks between past and present, East and West, they craft not just music, but atmosphere. Bunar Lift isn’t here to entertain — they’re here to haunt.
As told by Bunar LifT members: “We want to be explorers, austronauts of the musical universe!”
