
Lush, storybook synth-pop with shimmering male-female harmonies. It feels like a sun-drenched afternoon in a secret garden. Perfect for golden hour dreaming.
Savoir Adore creates what they call fantasy pop, a sound that feels like a brightly colored dream you don't want to wake up from. Their music is defined by a lush, widescreen production style that balances the warmth of organic instruments with the glittering precision of 1980s-inspired synthesizers. It is optimistic, expansive, and deeply melodic, often sounding like the soundtrack to a whimsical independent film set in a magical version of the real world.
What truly sets them apart is the vocal chemistry. Whether it was the original duo of Paul Hammer and Deidre Muro or the later collaboration with Lauren Zettler, the band relies on perfectly synchronized, breathy harmonies that blur the lines between masculine and feminine energy. Their lyrics often lean into surreal, folklore-inspired imagery, moving away from standard pop tropes toward something more evocative and atmospheric.
Start with the album Our Nature or the breakout single Dreamers. These tracks perfectly encapsulate their ability to craft massive, anthemic hooks that still feel intimate and hand-crafted. It is the ideal starting point for anyone who loves the intersection of indie rock's heart and synth-pop's neon glow.
Savoir Adore is a pop-rock group duo from Brooklyn, New York City, United States initially consisting of Paul Hammer and Deidre Muro. In 2014, Deidre Muro left the band while Hammer worked with a guest vocalist. Hammer began collaborating with Lauren Zettler shortly after, and she became a permanent member. As of June 2020 the band has released five albums, several EPs, numerous singles and a number of remixes albums. They also have done an international tour.
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