Sophisti-Pop
Sophisti-Pop
Da Capo – “Following You”
“Following You” is an emotive crooner from French artist Da Capo. Sophisti-pop and bossa nova vibes flow enjoyably, building to a vocally expressive chorus with string-laden yearning. A jaunty piano progression foll...
Dream-Pop + Shoegaze
Verandan – “Hideaway”
“Hideaway” marks the first of many singles in 2021 for Verandan, the project of Ville Hopponen (whose former band Cats on Fire was featured here over a decade ago). Jangling guitars and nostalgic synth flourishes ad...
Sophisti-Pop
Astropark – “Come Round”
“Come Round” is a slice of ’80s pop nostalgia from Astropark, the duo of David Santos and Mike Baber. They met at USC Film School, forming the band There Goes Bill and playing the local Los Angeles club scene ...
Sophisti-Pop
Julian Dinwoodie – “Madness Over Might”
Flourishing with melodic sophisti-pop charm, “Madness Over Might” is a new track from Julian Dinwoodie. The Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter impresses with ever-changing textures throughout, starting with solemn ...
Sophisti-Pop
Stemin – “Dare”
“Dare” is a dazzling new track from Stemin, featuring an assortment of synths, guitars, and brass throughout its sophisticated vein of pop. Clanging piano and spacey synth adornments comprise a punchy intro. Gliding...
Pop
Life INC – “Mais Uma Onda”
Supremely melodic and aesthetically consuming with a sophisti-pop glow, “Mais Uma Onda” is a gorgeous new track from pop group Life INC. The project was formed in New York City, comprised of Brazilian producer and b...
Dream-Pop + Shoegaze
Favours – “Memories”
Reflecting a consuming sound reminiscent of Prefab Sprout and wonderful sophisti-pop, “Memories” is a consuming track out today from Toronto-based duo Favours. The effort precedes their debut LP Made to Wait, out on...
Rock
Similar Kind – “Too Happy”
Too Happy by Similar Kind Vibrant guitars and playful, reflective keys assemble a quick start to “Too Happy,” a stellar new track from Connecticut-based band Similar Kind. The shimmering instruments evoke a sophisti...
Electro-Pop
Night Columns – “Experiment In Error”
From Night Columns’ debut self-titled EP, “Experiment In Error” is a stylish and catching success. The contrast between the murky lead’s nonchalance and the backing, more spirited vocal fondly recalls Pr...
Electro-Pop
Isaac Winemiller – “A Lover’s Haze”
“A Lover’s Haze” is a synth-y jam with fun twists and turns, complements of Isaac Winemiller. The serene vocals and chillwave-friendly tones conjure an initial sound reminiscent of Washed Out. Dance-friendly e...
