Category Archives: Dream Pop

Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Psych-Pop, psychedelic

Shaky Shack ‘In Honey’

Dublin alternative pop duo Shaky Shack have released their new single ‘In Honey’. The duo comprised of Alex Winter and Mateusz Kosnik have created a wonderfully faceted gem that weaves with mellowed psych pop, shimmering soundscapes and intricate rich depths that take you on a velvety journey into the bottomless pristine pool that is Shaky Shack’s sound.The band create a flickering wave of calm and tranquility as tight guitar elements swirl in subtle fuzz and heady moments of distortion between warm twinkling melodies. Time stops as this track develops. The pulsing almost hip hop beat encases the background in a smoky subconscious reality. A balmy passionate Saxophone melody provided by Andrea Jones brings a pausing glimmer of warmth into the track with a lamenting delicate tone. The intricacies and layering within the track is masterful as the duo weave sweet, melancholic and icy tones into thick rich production with glimmering rays of light thawing the track softly throughout. The deep, moving vocals coo and caress the dreamy melody with a feathery light delicacy while oozing emotion in a laid back hazy manner. There is no denying the sophisticated, passionate and mesmerising talent of this duo as ‘ In Honey’ creates it’s own little pocket in your mind, like a soothing tranquil dream. 

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Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Chappaqua Wrestling ‘Is She Happy Turning On Her Side?’

Brighton band Chappaqua Wrestling have released their new single ‘Is She Happy Turning On Her Side?’. The band have had a hectic year supporting Sports Team and Black Honey as well as playing Latitude, Green Man and Live At Leeds amongst others. They were also invited to record at Abbey Road for BBC Introducing and will be interviewed on Radio 1 next Monday to launch this new single.

‘Is She Happy Turning On Her Side?’ is a sweet can of indie pop flavoured with Americana hues fizzed to perfection. Chappaqua Wrestling have finely brewed their melodic smooth sound into something truly captivating. With a bubble gum “bah bah dah bah bah” vocal hook between the sweet mellow melody, the band create a dreamy tune that drifts delicately into the ears. With lush harmonies and velvety vocals the track flows fluidly. The band however take this sweet candy floss element and back it with a warm sting on guitar to add a dash of zest. The west coast groove wiggles its way throughout creating something to shuffle and jiggle to while the Americana hues add sweltering heat to the track. This rich instrumentation makes the track tantalizing to the senses and ensures repeat plays. With a shredding solo, exotic guitar flurries and a western- esque humidity between the laid back effortless atmosphere Chappaqua Wrestling have created a track that immerses you in a blissful world completely crafted by them. Honing in on their breezy retro sound of their last single ‘Cry Every Time’ and refining it to polished perfection Chappaqua Wrestling are fast becoming a band to keep an eye on.

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Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music, Synth-pop

The Academic ‘Aftertaste’

Photo Credit: Cian Duignan

Irish alt-rock quartet The Academic have released their new single ‘Aftertaste’. Co-Produced by the band alongside Dublin producer, Cormac Butler, “Aftertaste” is a teaser of what we can expect from the band’s second album, which is promised for the first half of 2020. The band have shared the stage with headliners such as Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes, and Cage The Elephant as well as headlining their own sold out shows on both sides of the Atlantic.

‘Aftertaste’ is an exhilarating guzzle of carbonated indie shimmering through a glistening 80’s pop sheen as The Academic present their tight intricate sound with precision and vibrancy. From the sweet candy flossed nostalgic melody to the lustrous guitars the band create a meticulously layered indie pop smacker ready to revolve in your head for days. Sleek glittering synths create a refreshing ethereal atmosphere bursting with energy as Craig Fitzgerald’s vocals warm the track with his passionate velvety tone. Intricate zest filled guitars create a stinging bite to this beaming effervescent number.  An elastic bass rumble creates that all important infectious groove while the synths surge adrenaline into the track. ‘Aftertaste’ is a stadium ready charmer that is sure to continue The Academic’s rise to fame.

Speaking of ‘Aftertaste’, frontman Craig Fitzgerald says, “When it came to ‘Aftertaste’ it was a lot different to how we worked before. From a production standpoint we were a lot more involved. Sometimes there is a preconceived notion out there that if you are a guitar band, you should be in a particular lane. Our mindset when writing, is less defined by what the stereotype of an indie band should sound like and be more about letting our songs be the best they can be.”

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Author : Danu

Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Night Hikes ‘Avila’

Seattle dream pop duo Night Hikes are embarking on a West Coast tour to promote their forthcoming debut studio album, ‘Chalice’, due out later this year. The lead single ‘Avila’ has been released to tease what is to come from the album.

 ‘Avila’ is a dreamy track laced in hazy euphoric vibes as Night Hikes pay tribute to the glory found in mundane acts of love. With a delicate, soft melody caressed by Olivia Godby’s lush vocals this song drifts along gently and tenderly creating a daydream of sweet nostalgia.The jangly guitar adds a biting zest and refreshing juicy sting to this breezy gem as the subtle swirling synths wisp about the track almost carefree and joyous. It’s a graceful track sure to warm your soul and put a smile on your face.

You can catch Night Hike live at : 

9/12 – Olympia, Octapas Cafe

9/15 – Portland, Bit House Saloon

9/16 – Chico, Ike’s Love & Sandwiches

9/19 – Sacramento, The Starlet Room

9/20 – San Francisco, Hotel Utah

9/21 – Davis, Sophia’s Thai Kitchen

9/25 – San Luis Obispo, A Satellite of Love

9/26 – Santa Barbara, *Secret Location*

9/27 – Santa Barbara, TBA

9/28 – Los Angeles, Silverlake Lounge

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Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Eighty Ninety ’10K Summer Nights’

Brooklyn-based indie-pop act Eighty Ninety have released their first single of the year, ’10K Summer Nights’. The project of two brothers, Abner (vocals, production) and Harper (guitar, production) Eighty Ninety are set to release their highly-anticipated sophomore EP later this summer.Their break out single, “Three Thirty” was an instant success, catapulting to #2 on Spotify’s Global Viral Charts.To date, the duo have racked up over 22 million Spotify streams as well as opening for Des Rocs in Brooklyn, touring the East Coast with Savoir Adore and making their SXSW (2018) debut.

’10K Summer Nights’ is an intimate sweet number filled with soft melodies ethereal soundscapes and Eighty Ninety’s refined clean musicianship. Laid-back and delicate this track floats gently on wispy exhilarating soundscapes as a soft beat holds the foundation while the lush production, elegant guitar strums and velvety vocals lift the track into a dreamy haze of delight. Filled with a gripping rush of adrenaline, this beautiful melodic track rests easy on the ears as the soothing melody dances exquisitely through the magical atmosphere.With zesty guitar injections filling the track with speckles of scintillation and warm glows of radiance, ’10K Summer Nights’ is a charming pure gem.

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Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Mushroom People ‘Vertigo’ Premier

Mushroom People have released their new single ‘Vertigo’. Mushroom People want to start a new chapter of their career. ”Vertigo’ is about freedom, it’s about letting go, outgrowing yourself–and all the fears that are coming with it.”

‘Vertigo’ places the luscious pop sound of Mushroom People firmly in our minds and hearts. With its twinkling guitars, dreamy melody and exhilarating electronics this track builds superbly into Mushroom People’s most captivating sound to date. An enchanting bass groove weaves beneath massive beat drops and pulses while the spiritual guitar illuminates the track with sun kissed sprinkles of delight. Lenny’s deep vocals charm and soothe while that delicious catchy melody seeps gently into the  ears with an easy going warmth compelling you to put this track on repeat. With a sweet flurrying string element blended within this sublime number Mushroom People have created one heart stopping gem.

About the track vocalist Lenny said “At some point last year we found ourselves not writing the music we really like, but now with some time to rethink the whole project we finally managed to create something we deeply care about.”

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Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Delights ‘Daydream’

Manchester indie band Delights have released their new single ‘Daydream’ another heavenly track from the band. With a rooted bass weaving its elastic wiggle-ready groove around the punchy drums and glistening sun saturated guitar, this sweet number is easy on the ears and utterly mesmerising. The dreamy melody floats delicately on the zesty indie backdrop creating a soothing cushion while Delights build the background with subtle edgy instrumentation. The guitars soar, sting and wail through the track adding dashes of vibrancy and scintillation throughout as the sublime rhythmic foundation bounces and bubbles behind the velvety vocals.It’s a charming track that is ready for those lazy hazy days in the sun.

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Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Velvet ‘Drift’

Five piece band Velvet have released their new single ‘Drift’ – a dreamy sun speckled number that floats along a sweet melody, vibrant guitar jingles and a punchy beat. This candied sugary pop ditty swirls around your ears with its delicious laid back melody while raspy warm vocals coo and soothe. The glistening guitar wisps about the track’s melody lifting this ethereal hazy number and adds a zesty sting. With a subtle indie rock backdrop providing instrumental depths and rich texture the track bops along brimming with summer vibes. This luscious, glorious track is another delightful gem from Velvet.

About the track the band said: “The story behind the song was feelings and emotion felt during a gap year in Australia and reflecting back on that. The feeling of drifting away from someone and accepting that for what it is. It was the first song we wrote so it’s nice to finally get it out there, it’s changed a lot over time but we first started writing it in summer 2018”

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Dream Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Synth-pop

Lady Landscape ‘Kitsilano’

Meath-based indie pop band, Lady Landscape have released their debut single, ‘Kitsilano’. Founded by Alex Harrison and Ryan McDonnell in late 2018, Lady Landscape embrace a lo-fi sound that combines rich synth textures, dreamy guitar rhythms and smooth baritone vocals. Taking their name from an inside joke concerning McDonell’s avoidance of the dating scene. Lady Landscape became a five-piece in 2019, incorporating friends of the group: Jamie Reynolds (Drums), Tiernan Buckley (Bass) and Adam Ollin (Lead Guitar), for a series of live shows in Dublin.

‘Kitsilano’ is a dreamy wisp of indie that binds Lady Landscape’s sound with sweet flurries of lo-fi pop. Soft guitar strums and jingles around an ethereal backdrop of twinkling synths. The steady beat weaves and hops about the track while the jangly keys playfully wander through this blissful mellow song. The nonchalant baritone vocals murmur through the majestic soundscape and sun sprinkled instrumentation. Filled with laid back tones Lady Landscape create a supple tune that is smooth and easy on the ears.

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Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Electro, New Music

James Burke ‘Less Than Binding’

Boston self produced indie artist James Burke has released his new single ‘Less Than Binding’ from his upcoming album ‘Future Eye’. He creates interesting, adhesive tracks that submerge you entirely in a unique and tantalizing world created by Burke. ‘Less Than Binding’ fleshes out his sound with its beautiful and elegant composition, precise spacing and luscious electronics. It’s an experience through beat taps, organ- esque keys and reverb. There is an R&B feel to the track with a pop drizzled melody as the laid back vocals drown you in the chilled vibe of this dreamy song. With its aerial approach and ethereal crisp production  ‘Less Than Binding’ builds…broods and bubbles into a moody mesmerising beauty.

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