Lyra Caltabiano’s new single, Night Creatures, is an unfiltered exploration of identity and community, wrapped in a soundscape that feels as intimate as it is expansive. This release reveals Lyra’s journey as a transgender woman through a lens of authenticity that’s both intense and uplifting. From her Melbourne home studio, Lyra crafted, mixed, and mastered every layer of this song herself, pouring in the influences of icons like David Bowie, Janelle Monae, and St. Vincent; artists who know a thing or two about daring to be different!
There’s something refreshingly raw about Night Creatures, a song that invites you straight into the emotional turbulence of discovering who you are and finding others who see you for it. The track carries a blend of wonder, fear, and the kind of hope that doesn’t sugarcoat the journey. It’s a glimpse into that incredible, nerve-wracking moment of finding community, where the thrill of connection is tinted with just enough apprehension to keep it real. As Lyra describes, “It’s so personal but still kind of light-hearted and fun.”
The DIY production might not be studio-polished, but that only adds to the charm. There’s a stormy, late-night honesty here that lets the song breathe, reflecting Lyra’s journey in a way that feels entirely her own. With every note, she captures the intensity and beauty of those midnight hours, a time when our thoughts roam free, creativity flows, and we’re at our most unguarded. Night Creatures is more than a song; it’s a moment in time, a feeling, and an invitation to embrace the unknown with courage and a bit of mischief.