States creates a sound that feels like the best parts of a memory you can't quite place. It is bright, melodic indie pop that carries a heavy sense of atmosphere, balancing the rhythmic drive of alternative rock with the soft, gauzy textures of dream pop. The music is characterized by its clarity and warmth, avoiding the grit of the garage in favor of a meticulously crafted studio sheen.
What truly sets them apart is the vocal delivery of Mindy White, whose breathy, effortless tone provides a soft counterpoint to the intricate guitar work of the Laurenson brothers. There is a specific tension between the upbeat pop structures and the wistful, almost melancholic melodies that makes the music feel deeply personal and lived-in. It is sophisticated without being cold, and catchy without being shallow.
Start with the album 'Room to Run' to hear the band at their most immediate and energetic. It captures the excitement of their formation, blending the melodic DNA of Copeland and Lydia into something entirely new. For a more refined, synth-heavy experience, move on to 'Paradigm'.
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Shares indie pop, alternative rock, dream pop (subgenres); golden hour, road trip, summer (atmosphere)
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Shares indie pop, alternative rock, chamber pop (subgenres); studio polished, analog warmth, layered dense (production style)
Shares indie pop, alternative rock, chamber pop (subgenres); studio polished, analog warmth, layered dense (production style)
Shares indie pop, dream pop, chamber pop (subgenres); nostalgic, wistful, dreamy (moods)
Shares indie pop, dream pop, chamber pop (subgenres); nostalgic, wistful, dreamy (moods)
Shares indie pop, alternative rock, dream pop (subgenres); studio polished, analog warmth, layered dense (production style)
Shares studio polished, analog warmth, layered dense (production style); indie pop, alternative rock (subgenres)
Shares breathy vocal stacking, golden hour, dream pop, breathy (detail)
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