With ‘Are You Dreaming?’, the Essex-London quartet She's In Parties presents an EP that immerses listeners in a vivid dream, residing in the hazy realm between reality and fantasy. Expanding on the foundation of 2023's ‘End Scene’ and 2024's ‘Puppet Show’, the band effortlessly blends melancholic shoegaze, ethereal dream-pop, and introspective indie grit. The opening track ‘Fallen’ introduces the experience with grand ambition, propelled by urgent, theatrical keys that gradually give way to sparkling guitars and gentle, blurred vocals. This marks a significant departure from the shoegaze elements of their previous music, steering the band further into dream-pop territory. In contrast, ‘Same Old Story’ remains closest to their original sound, making it an ideal lead single and a subtle nod to their origins. Additionally, ‘Runaway’ shines with uplifting melodies reminiscent of early Wolf Alice or Pale Waves, while the final track ‘R.E.M.’ brings the collection full circle, fading into something lighter and almost ethereal. The five tracks are steeped in nostalgia but maintain a sense of originality, radiating authenticity and cinematic depth.
In this instance, they demonstrate a greater alignment with their proposition and future than at any time in the past.
Indie-pop with an atmospheric quality that resonates with universal truths.
Indianapolis alt-rock musician FRANK infuses raw intensity and frenetic energy into a cathartic outburst with "Steady Hands," her powerful, electrifying anthem that encourages trusting your instincts as chaos ensues around you.
During a crowded Halloween night performance in San Diego, the swiftly ascending indie rock band Geese showcased a powerful and precise display, characteristic of a group on the rise.
An excellent illustration of an artist presenting a pleasing auditory exploration.
A significant shift from the shoegaze sounds of their previous music, pushing the band deeper into dream-pop territory.