The latest single by Bluhm, “I’m Not Okay”, mesmerises listeners with its ambient floating vocals over driving drum beats and shimmering guitar lines. This dreamy yet introspective track showcases their ability to combine appealing melodies with alluring harmonies to leave listeners spellbound by its soundscapes and poetic lyrics.
John Marion and Claire Bluhm of Detroit-based Dream Pop duo have come together to craft a distinct brand of Dream Pop aesthetics inspired by artists such as Beach House, Alex G, the Beatles and 80s Pop Music. Drawing upon Detroit’s rich musical tradition and culture for inspiration, the paid add their distinctive and captivating spin on this genre.
“I’m Not Okay” serves as an tantalising preview to Bluhm’s highly-anticipated debut album “Garden of Hearts,” set for release later this year. With its captivating soundscaping and emotive songwriting style, “Garden of Hearts” promises an exquisite journey through human relationship journey – exploring themes like love, longing, and self-discovery along the way. Bluhm promises to leave an indelible mark in music industry.
The duo recorded their single at their Detroit studio with Claire Bluhm and John Marion taking an interactive approach to its creation, co-producing with Will Quinell at Sterling Sound.
Bluhm captures the spirit of vulnerability and resilience with “I’m Not Okay”, taking listeners on an emotive yet therapeutic voyage of self-discovery. His track also explores some of the rawness that comes with new and end-of-relationship romance, offering support and empathy to listeners able to identify with what’s being experienced here.
They are fast becoming one of the must-listen duos on the music scene with their mesmeric soundscapes making an immediate impactful first impression with “I’m Not Okay”, setting listeners eagerly anticipating August 2023 and the release of their sophomore effort: Garden of Hearts.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.