Lucy Fitzgerald 
Bog Witch’s latest single Girl in the Box is an emotionally gripping ballad that feels like stepping into a surreal dream you’re not quite sure you want to wake from. Released on April 1, 2025, this track proves Wendy DuMond, the voice and pen behind Bog Witch, is a master of combining storytelling with rich, genre-blurring soundscapes.
Built on acoustic guitar and delicate mandolin, the song creates the scene of a magician’s stage, where illusions hide something far more painful. The central metaphor—a woman trapped in the magician’s box—becomes a moving reflection on control, performance, and invisibility. Wendy’s voice holds a mix of quiet power and tenderness, while subtle synth layers bring a ghostly shimmer to the arrangement. Don Sechelski’s production and Tom Wolf’s mandolin add a theatrical intensity, and Billy Gewin’s synth textures give it a modern, haunting edge.
What makes Girl in the Box unforgettable is its ability to weave poetic depth with raw emotion. Each verse peels back another layer of the character’s life, revealing how much hurt can hide behind applause. The pacing allows the weight of the message to settle, like the quiet after a final curtain call.
The song pulled me in completely. It’s haunting and beautiful, and it speaks to anyone who’s ever felt silenced or hidden in plain sight. There’s truth in every note, and it lingers long after the final chord.
If you’re not following Bog Witch yet, you should be. Girl in the Box is more than just a song; it’s a powerful experience filled with imagery, depth, and emotion. Add it to your playlist, send it to a friend, and keep an eye on what’s next. This artist is just getting started.
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