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Gold Spectacles – “Man or Machine”

buffaBLOG and Gold Spectacles have a long, storied history – in case you’ve missed all of our previous articles, you can find them here and here and here and… here. They’ve certainly caught our ears a number of times, so it’s no surprise that they’ve nailed it yet again, this time on effervescent new single, “Man or Machine.” Twinkly synth sprinkles and spaghetti-Western guitar tones give this one a lighthearted feel and the perfect backbone for soothing, cooed vocal melodies. Sure, Gold Spectacles know how to write a hook, but they also know how to inject some true meaning into their songs – here’s what they had to say about “Machine” below: “… the lyric[s] came after chatting about a person that is very close to our hearts and how gritty they are. They have this deeply caring nature and desire to make sure everyone is OK even down to[...]

Gold Spectacles – “Anywhere Else”

Gold Spectacles has released their new track “Anywhere Else,” a deliciously satisfying continuation of their unique blend of synth and baroque-pop (see our previous features here, here, and here). “Anywhere Else” is a pop joyride as much as it is a masterclass in eclectic textures and pop construction. Tape hiss, bright muted keys, and tempered pop vocals are just the beginning of this track’s arsenal of sonics, with acoustic guitar twinkles, a vintage hammond organ, and an energetic bassline each finding their moments to shine. Gold Spectacles’ ear for timing and construction will wow you as their vocal staccato stylings fit perfectly within their delectable slices of pop sounds like zero tolerance machining. Here is Gold Spectacles talking about the new song: “We wrote ‘Anywhere Else’ on a trip to Barcelona, our first time abroad since the pandemic, because we didn’t want to go home. We borrowed a guitar and[...]

Gold Spectacles – “How to Make a Million”

The UK duo Gold Spectacles is here with the second single “How to Make a Million” from their upcoming EP due in May 2023 (see our previous features of both “Lights On Lights Off” and “Even“). The new single “How to Make a Million” lifts you up with soft scrumptious synths and hazy pop vocals. Using fuzzy analog synth tones with interweaving guitar lines and Amie’s earnest vocals guided by lo-fi percussion the track executes a nostalgic melancholy while wrapping your heart is fuzzy electric blankets. Fans of Postal Service, Metric, and Maggie Rogers will finds lots to love about “How to Make a Million”. The duo had this to say about their singles inspiration: “On the first sunny day of spring in 2017, my dad woke up early, got on his motorbike and headed for the coast. He didn’t come home. Nothing can prepare you for the loss of[...]

Lick Twist & Gold Spectacles – “Lights On Lights Out”

Let’s just say this is one hell of a collaboration… By combining the baroque-pop of London act Gold Spectacles with the panache of NYC producer duo Lick Twist, we get the otherworldly “Lights On Lights Out.” This tune features a dank beat from Lick Twist and the organic instrumentation of Gold Spectacles, a combination that must be heart to be truly understood. We think this has a particular fall flavor – perfect for the current changing of seasons. “Lights On Lights Out” is available through a bunch of different platforms, check them out via the aforementioned link.

Gold Spectacles – “Even”

Once the weather is nice all I want to do is listen to is pop, and London-based producers Gold Spectacles have just what I need. The duo’s latest single “Even” is a slice of dream-pop heaven, with gentle funk-y bass, heavy sample work, and baroque undertones. Don’t let the song’s lighthearted vibe deceive you, “Even” is all about obsession into delusion. Fans of Hess is More,  Black Light Dinner Party, or laid Passion Pit would be into Gold Spectacles. The pair’s debut EP Flaws and Vision is out at the end of the month via Specky Records, but in the mean time check out “Even” below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/258415361″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]