Sharpie Smile introduces new project titled ‘The Staircase’
Prepare to embark on a musical journey as Sharpie Smile, a fresh duo consisting of Dylan Hadley and Cole Berliner (formerly known as Kamikaze Palm Tree), introduce their eagerly awaited first album titled The Staircase, set to be released on June 27th through Drag City. They have transitioned from their previous art-rock style to a vibrant, contemporary pop sound, prominently demonstrated in their mesmerizing new music video for “The Slide,” which was directed by Isabella Behravan.
The Staircase is a captivating voyage infused with “minimal/maximal electronic production and deep emotions.” Drawing inspiration from boundary-pushing artists such as SOPHIE and 100 gecs, Sharpie Smile meticulously constructs a complex soundscape that explores themes of renewal and profound self-discovery. Hadley’s “blue vocal melodies meander through a luminous wilderness,” offering a fresh perspective on the wistful essence of New Romantic pop.
Crafted by Cesar Maria and enhanced by contributions from Spencer Hartling, Cairo Marques-Neto, and mixed by Mikey Weiland, the album pledges a mesmerizing blend of glacial melodies and vibrant synths. With a much-anticipated nationwide concert tour commencing this June, Sharpie Smile aims to lead audiences on a journey of transformation. Are you prepared to experience The Staircase?
Get ready to soar with Sharpie Smile as they present The Staircase, their debut album that showcases their evolution from Kamikaze Palm Tree to a revitalized musical duo. Inspired by innovative artists like SOPHIE and 100 gecs, Sharpie Smile’s soundscapes delve into themes of change and deep introspection, blending melancholy with a fresh pop twist through Hadley’s distinctive vocals.
Produced and engineered by Cesar Maria and enriched with contributions from Spencer Hartling and Cairo Marques-Neto, mixed masterfully by Mikey Weiland, The Staircase promises a lush musical journey filled with glacial melodies and luminous, pulsating synths. Embarking on a nationwide tour from this June onwards, Sharpie Smile invites music enthusiasts to join them on a transformative experiential ride. Are you eager to embark on The Staircase?
Prepare for a musical journey like no other as Sharpie Smile, the dynamic collaboration between Dylan Hadley and Cole Berliner, formerly known as Kamikaze Palm Tree, unveils their highly anticipated debut album, The Staircase, on June 27th via Drag City. Shedding their art-rock roots, they present a vibrant contemporary pop sound that shines through in their ethereal new music video “The Slide,” directed by Isabella Behravan.
The Staircase promises to take listeners on a dream-like odyssey driven by “minimal/maximal electronic production and deep emotional connections.” Drawing inspiration from forward-thinking artists like SOPHIE and 100 gecs, Sharpie Smile expertly weaves a sophisticated sonic landscape that delves into themes of rebirth and profound self-discovery. Hadley’s mesmerizing “blue vocal melodies journey gracefully through a radiant wilderness,” bringing a sharp and innovative touch to the melancholic essence of New Romantic pop.