After a two-year hiatus following their acclaimed debut album Trespass, indie bedroom-pop duo Go Hawaii are back with the dreamy new single ‘Auburn’, their first release since 2022. The track arrives as a tantalising preview of their forthcoming EP, set to drop in 2025, and marks a bold evolution in their sound.
Bringing layers of chorus soaked guitar, driving drums and melancholic vocals, ‘Auburn’ evokes a striking sense of 90s nostalgia whilst bringing a fresh and vibrant dream-pop edge. The duo draws from synth-pop and cold wave influences, blending them seamlessly with a indie energy. The result is a soundscape which is eerie yet uplifting, melancholic yet vibrant compelling balance.
Speaking about the creative process behind the track, the band shared, “We wanted to push ourselves creatively with this song, experimenting with a new approach to writing. We drew inspiration from the 90s shoegaze sound and the raw energy of post-punk from that era. This time, we focused on diving deeper into the emotions, especially in the chorus, trying to convey a more intense feeling. The song is about a dull moment in my life, and I really wanted the lyrics and style to reflect that experience. I’m very happy with how it turned out, as it feels like both the sound and the words are deeply connected to that emotional state. The result was a completely different style than anything we’ve done before, and it felt like an exciting new direction for us.”
Hailing from the outskirts of Venice, Italy, Go Hawaii has been crafting their unique sonic identity since forming in 2016. Their exploration of post-punk, bedroom pop, and dream-pop influences has built a sound which is wonderfully accessible yet strikingly alternative.
