LIPS
Pop · NZ · Active since 2010

LIPS

Quirky, synth-led pop that balances playful melodies with a sharp, melancholic edge. Perfect for those who find beauty in the slightly off-kilter and intimate.

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LIPS creates a sound that feels like a secret shared between friends. It is built on a foundation of vintage synthesizers and drum machines that provide a warm, slightly dusty backbone to melodies that are as catchy as they are unconventional. The music occupies a space between the dance floor and the bedroom, offering beats that make you sway while the lyrics invite you to lean in and listen closely.

What truly sets them apart is the vocal delivery of Steph Brown. Her voice carries a unique blend of theatricality and vulnerability, often layered in harmonies that feel both lush and intimate. There is a 'wonky' quality to the arrangements, where a sudden shift in rhythm or a strange synth patch turns a standard pop song into something much more interesting and emotionally complex.

Start with 'Everything to Me' to hear their ability to craft a perfect indie-pop hook, then move into the 'Ghosts and Demons' EP to experience the full breadth of their atmospheric, synth-driven storytelling. It is music for people who like their pop with a bit of grit and a lot of heart.

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