New music from Thundermoon

Out of Edinburgh, a distinctive synth wave, dance punk trio known as Thundermoon has recently emerged, winning the hearts of listeners with their highly original, retro-futuristic music. Formed last year, this outfit consists of three talented friends, Kat Messer on synths, Lorna Kelly on the drum machine and bass and Shaz Jamieson as the keyboardist and lead vocalist.

Together, they’ve embarked on a musical journey that seeks to provide an antidote to the cacophonous rhythm of capitalism. Thundermoon’s unique blend of DIY percussion and contrasting synth textures has rapidly earned a dedicated following, and their new debut EP, We’re Still Here, offer the perfect run through of their remarkable sound.

First making their entrance in July with their debut single “Wild,” they dropped their sophomore single “No Regrets” the following month. Now the retro-queer synth pop act bring us their first EP with the four-track release titled We’re Still Here.

The EP opens with the track “Stay Alive,” a mesmeric electronic composition that begins with gentle synth plucks, weaving an intricate electronic tapestry that slowly builds in intensity. The subtle snap of cymbals and snare introduces a smooth groove, while warm piano chords provide an emotive harmonic anchor. As the song unfolds, delicate vocal layers, dipped in subtle processing, glide through the expansive synth pop dreamscape.

“No Regrets” takes over, opening with a pulsing beat joined by a moody synth bass line that competes rhythmically with the percussive elements, creating an enticing sense of tension. The vocals, alongside with a soft lead synth, interweave to resolve the energy, settling into a spacey synth pop scene.

The journey continues with “Wild,” a track that vibrates with a bright spirit. From the thumping beat to shimmering synths, Thundermoon’s layered vocals soar through the song, narrating a tale of liberation from the clutches of a capitalist society.

The EP closes with “Dust,” started off with warbling layers of heavily processed vocal layers before a lively electronic beat of tapping cymbals and low end kicks spins an energetic sound lifted by vibrant synth shots wrapped in delay and alluring vocal leads drape over the arrangement, crafting an immersive and instantly memorable sound to deliver a stunning finale to the band’s brilliant debut EP.

Listen to We’re Still Here below