Based in Portland, Oregon, this synth-pop duo consists of Harlee Case and Josh Smith, who initially met in church as teenagers. Although they followed separate musical paths after high school – Harlee as solo folk singer and Josh in several bands – they reunited in 2015 following an ad on Instagram. Since then they’ve played venues such as The Urban Lounge and festivals like West Seattle Summer Fest. Inspired by 80s pop, Sylvan Esso and Chromatics, they debuted with “Hot Blooded” in 2021.
Singing about the emotional hurdles that come with doubt, their new single tackles the complex issue of dealing with the fear of being hurt while desperately wanting to trust your partner. Taken from their upcoming album “It Comes In Waves”, expected on May 15th, this electrifying song is a dreamy, 80s-infused synth-pop treat. With a buoyant beat and sparkling synths painting the neon-dipped sound-scape, it’s her melancholic vocals that give this tune an intimate touch.
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From their album “Shangó” (1982):
From her EP “Mindfields” (2026):
Hailing from Nova Scotia, this Canadian singer/songwriter was raised on rock and roll by music-loving parents. She joined the school band aged 9 and got her first guitar aged 16. However she chose a degree and a career in Chemical Engineering first. In 2020 she quit her job to pursue music full-time. Since then she’s played festivals like 
Exploring themes of emotional vulnerability and a struggle with self-worth, her new single captures a complex internal conflict over feeling undeserving of love. Taken from her album “Everybody Loves You…”, the song is an intricate amalgam of roots-rock, blues and soul. Starting with doo-wop guitar plucks, she layers it with a soft piano and cheeky fingersnaps, before full-bodied drums and an electric guitar solo join. And with her mighty vocals, this boisterous tune is an emotive rocker.
From his album “Let Me Tickle Your Fancy” (1982):
From her upcoming EP “Male Validation And Other Drugs”, to be released on 27 March 2026:
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