counterglow Unveils Debut Album 'echoes of self'
- Curious For Music Team
- 5 hours ago
- 1 min read
Hamburg-based duo counterglow make a striking entrance with echoes of self, an album that marries dreamy synth textures with indie-soul warmth.
Lauren Goodley’s ethereal vocals glide effortlessly over Jonas Grell’s lush production, crafting a sound that feels both expansive and intimate. It’s an album that drifts between cinematic soundscapes and groovy, late-night rhythms, inviting listeners to sink into their own thoughts.
The record thrives on contrasts. Opening track “echoes” sets a reflective, almost meditative tone, while “soon” bursts with upbeat energy and sticky hooks. Elsewhere, “grow” strips things back, preserving the rawness of the demo take and creating a deeply human moment amid the gloss of production. This willingness to embrace imperfection gives the album an emotional depth that’s rare in modern alt-pop.
While the influences are clear—from Tame Impala’s psychedelia to Beach House’s lush dream-pop—counterglow never feels derivative. They’ve crafted a sound that’s distinctly theirs: airy, immersive, and textured, yet immediately relatable. It’s music that rewards repeated listens, revealing new layers each time.
echoes of self is a confident debut, a record that shows counterglow’s ability to balance intimacy and grandeur. For anyone chasing alt-pop that’s reflective yet expansive, groovy yet ethereal, this is an album to lose yourself in.