Single Of The Day: "Home" by 22 Oceans

22 Oceans are a synth-pop trio from Merseyside, whose soothing and serene music alternates between the realms of ambient pop, new-wave and dream-pop. Comprised of Mike Guy on synths, and sisters Carys & Keeley Hughes on vocals, 22 Oceans ebb and flows with a tinged tranquillity that seeps throughout. Formed in 2020, and following their debut EP “Butterfly Candy” released in 2021 and the subsequent EP “Paradise”, 22 Oceans have released their latest single, “Home” which has been selected as my “Single Of The Day”.

Taken from their forthcoming 5-track ‘Home’ EP, released on 22^nd February 2022, Home is a polished production, a track that stays true to the origins of synth-pop, whilst crossing over into the paths of Americana. Like First Aid-Kit meets Jay Som and Julia Hotler at the Discotheque, Home gracefully drifts with a blissful breeze of art-pop, that paints a picture of wistful nostalgia.

It’s a captivating track, whose sublime synths ripple and reverberate like raindrops from afar. Along with the sweet vocals and ethereal harmonies, Home floats on dreampop clouds, whilst drifting towards ambient-pop. Through the pensive lyrics, and sparse soundscape, Home takes you to a reverie retreat, a place of reflection, that uplifts and lingers with a haunting beauty.

As of February 22nd 2022, ‘Home’ and the full ‘Home’ EP will be available across online stores and streaming platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify. It can also be obtained directly from the artist via Bandcamp.

CREDITS
Written and Performed by Mike Guy, Carys Hughes, Keeley Hughes
Carys Hughes – Vocals, Keyboards
Keeley Hughes – Vocals, Guitar
Mike Guy – Keyboards, Programming
Produced by 22 Oceans
Recorded at Long Spinney Studio
Mastered by Marc Joy at Ferndale Studios

TRACKLIST
1. Home
2. Drifting
3. Rebroken
4. Home (Lights That Change Mix)
5. Home (West Coast Music Club Mix)