Thursday 4 November 2021

Stylaster

Stylaster is an ethereal bedroom pop singer and producer based in San Diego, CA. I've discovered her on the latest edition of the "Post-Witch Music" compilation a few days ago, and been obsessed with her endearing sounds ever since. Previously known as Gummiez (there's a 2-track EP from 2018 here), her music is a dreamy blend of charming synth-pop and haunting lo-fi beats, with a touch of 60s French pop. Imagine SLEEP ∞ OVER being commissioned to score a teenage version of Drive, add to that ghostly sensitivity of Julee Cruise and Grouper, and you may get the picture of Stylaster's unique style.

You can stream her infectiously catchy (and desolate at the same time) album "18" below, and find the other two projects on Spotify and iTunes (I wish those were on Bandcamp though!).