New Music from Paul Babe

Originally hailing from Twin Cities and now based in Brooklyn, Paul Babe is a band that blends elements of indie and psychedelic rock and with spacey R&B into a sound that’s as original as it is immersive. Born from the creative union of musicians who first met teaching kids at a summer rock band camp in Denver back in 2010, Paul Babe emerged from their earlier project, Rossonian, which secured attention as runners up in the 2016 NPR Tiny Desk Concert Contest.

Now, under the new moniker, they’ve been crafting a unique sound that marries the organic with the electronic, creating a sonic output that’s at once accessible and entirely new. First unveiling their sound back in 2020 via the debut single “Lasso,” the band has since dropped a string of impressive singles, each adding a new piece to the puzzle of the Paul Babe sonic universe.

Their music is formed by soulful vocals that cut through lush, densely layered arrangements and smooth grooves. Capturing a gritty quality yet polished with a sheen of refreshing ambience, Paul Babe lifts the bedroom producer vibes into something cinematic and expansive.

Their latest single, “Cliff Diver,” is a perfect distillation of what Paul Babe does best. Released as the band’s first offering on New York City startup label Beige Records, this track serves as both a standalone outing and a preview of their forthcoming debut LP, set to drop in October.

Throughout the track, it’s clear that Paul Babe is continuing to develop their sound while staying true to their fiercely independent DIY ethos. Jumping straight into a hazy soundscape of delicate basslines, the soft splash of drums and warm glow of sonic textures, the lead vocals usher in an indie rock groove with a psych-tinged twist.

Flowing from moments of playful indie bounces to the enveloping swell of dreamy synth-driven aesthetics, “Cliff Diver” sees the band serve up an expansive yet cohesive musical adventure. With their debut full-length release on the horizon, we can’t wait to see what Paul Babe has in store for the rest of 2024 and beyond as they continue to deliver their unique and compelling sound.

Listen to Cliff Diver below