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counterglow ‘echoes of self’ – A shimmering debut from Hamburg’s dream-pop duo
Debut albums rarely feel this effortless. echoes of self, from Hamburg duo counterglow, is a dreamy, introspective collection that manages to feel intimate and expansive all at once. Lauren Goodley’s airy vocals drift atop Jonas Grell’s lush, jazzy synth production, creating a sound that feels like floating through both city lights and starry skies.
Standout tracks like “echoes” and “soon” showcase the duo’s ability to shift between reflective moments and infectious grooves. “Grow” captures an unpolished, deeply human performance, a glimpse into the creative process that makes the album feel immediate and authentic. This balance of ethereal production and emotional honesty is what makes counterglow memorable.
Thematically, echoes of self is about more than just sound: it’s a journey through the pressures, anxieties, and joys of early adulthood. Whether it’s wandering through late-night city streets in “dunno where it’s going” or the cosmic introspection of “new car,” the album is both relatable and transportive.
counterglow’s debut is a promising start for a project that clearly thrives on collaboration and experimentation. echoes of self feels like an invitation: immersive, reflective, and undeniably magnetic. If you’re looking for alt-pop that lingers long after the last note, this is it.
Two years ago, Naomi Aguilera walked onto my radar with EGO, an infectious soulful pop debut that made it impossible not to move. Fast forward to her debut EP Mosaïques, and it was clear she wasn’t just passing through. Personal, colorful, rooted in her Spanish heritage & Brussels upbringing, it even earned her a spot as Apple Music Benelux’s Up Next artist!
Now she’s back with BB ILY, marking the start of a new era. The bilingual single — French and English — is built around one of the most universal human experiences: that special connection that doesn’t need translation. Where EGO invited you to forget your ex on the dancefloor, BB ILY pulls you somewhere more intimate: with sultry beats courtesy of Turana, it’s a dance where gestures, whispers, sighs and the sound of a voice matters more than the words that come out of it… It’s sensual, a little mystical, and entirely her own.
First taste of Naomi Aguilera’s upcoming project Ojalá, due in 2027, it feels effortlessly catchy. This is the kind of track that casts its spell quietly, with interesting and unexpected rhythmic shifts in the verses, and a delicious chorus that lodges itself in your head before you even notice. By the time you do, it’s too late. But you won’t find me complaining about it!
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