A Dark-Pop Celebration of Desire, Power, and Sensuality, Featuring Alissa Ann
DENVER, CO (August 8, 2025) – Dark-pop artist Riah turns up the heat with the official music video for “Skin on Chrome,” the latest single from her forthcoming album, The Fourth Wall. Featuring fellow pole dancer and Singer-Songwriter Alissa Ann, the video is an unapologetic celebration of feminine power, sensuality and the thrill of being seen.
A synth-laced fusion of dark pop and sultry R&B, the track captures a late-night moment of temptation, where neon lights blur the lines between desire and identity. With lyrics that flirt with danger and vulnerability, the track captures the tension between who we are and who we want to be under the lights.
Directed by Ed Kelly (Cinema King), the video takes viewers into a shadowy, intimate space, with smooth sequences of floor and chair work and deliberate, controlled yet playful pole dancing. The chemistry between Riah and Alissa Ann pulses through the screen, embodying the track’s seductive hook: Just a little wrong, feel a little wrong—skin on chrome.
‘Skin on Chrome’ is about that delicious tension between desire and danger—the moment you lean into being watched, and maybe even like it.
- Singer-Songwriter Riah
Cover art for "Skin on Chrome." Image by Martha Wirth, design by Alissa Ann.
“We wanted this song to feel like slipping into a version of yourself that only exists under neon lights—bold, unapologetic, a little wrong in the best way,” Riah said. “There’s something powerful in reclaiming the gaze. We’ve often danced for others—but this track is about dancing for us.”
“Skin on Chrome” is composed by Austin Weller, with mixing and mastering by Quoc Truong. It continues Riah’s evolution into a dark-pop soundscape reminiscent of The Weeknd, Two Feet, FKA Twigs and Rihanna, while remaining deeply personal and rooted in her own experiences. Drawing on her background as a sex worker and performer, Riah infuses the track with vulnerability, reckless abandon, and a defiant, self-owned sensuality.
Images by Martha Wirth
Production Credits: Riah (Artist and Songwriter), Alissa Ann (Artist and Songwriter), Austin Weller (Composer), Quoc Truong (Mixing, Mastering); Ed Kelly AKA Cinema King (Videographer/Photographer).
Working with Alissa Ann on this track brought an extra layer of raw feminine energy—she embodies exactly what this song is about: power, presence, and play.”
- Riah
About Riah:
Riah, a rising force in the Bedroom Pop scene, is crafting introspective and evocative music that resonates with the complexities of love, sex, loss, and a distinctive "villain energy." Drawing from personal life experiences, Riah channels deep emotion into every lyric and melody, creating an intimate connection with listeners.
Starting in the Los Angeles entertainment industry at the tender age of 17, Riah faced the harsh realities of the pre-Me Too era, which fueled her desire for autonomy and control over her artistic vision. After years of enduring the industry's darker side, she stepped back, determined to return to music only on her own terms. Now, as an accomplished entrepreneur, Riah has reclaimed her voice and is ready to make waves with a fresh and authentic sound.
In addition to her musical journey, Riah has captivated audiences at numerous festivals, clubs, and acoustic venues. Her passion for performance extends beyond music, as she is also a competitive pole dancer, having won the prestigious PSO Mountain competition in 2023.
With a unique blend of vulnerability and power, Riah is poised to leave a lasting impact on the music world, bringing a new level of depth and intensity to the Bedroom Pop genre.