HANYA
+ Taxidermy Cab + Brenda
Entry Requirements: 18+
Making their ascent from Brighton’s thriving talent pool, indie newcomers stamp their DIY gothic sheen on glimmering tracks that conjure the likes of Cocteau Twins, My Bloody Valentine and Nico. The nostalgic four piece HANYA effortlessly formulate ethereal dream-pop that packs a punch, like a trip with Jefferson Airplane who have been couch surfing with Kevin Shields for too long... Arriving hot on the heels of lead single ‘Dream Wife’, the band have experienced a surge in momentum, with their heady concoction of 90s-esque dream pop and shoegaze extravaganza attracting plentiful support among key tastemakers.
“HANYA take elements of sugary dream-pop, ‘70s psychedelia and hauntingly ethereal shoegaze, creating something that feels both classic and contemporary, and utterly unique to themselves.” Line Of Best Fit.
“The band's potent songwriting matches indie rock crunch to ethereal shoegaze, resulting in something highly infectious. Gorgeous, shimmering effects linger amid their melodic fine-tuning, while lyrically the band seem able to go a little deeper than most.” - Clash Magazine
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With definite hints of brooding pedal-tapping and chilly synth winds, this new cut packs a big pop punch too. Starting off sunny and carefree with the classic vocals of band leader Heather Sheret, the single soon finds its way to more meandering, expansive instrumentals that evoke 90s dream pop with ease. - Gigwise
“The band's potent songwriting matches indie rock crunch to ethereal shoegaze, resulting in something highly infectious. Gorgeous, shimmering effects linger amid their melodic fine-tuning, while lyrically the band seem able to go a little deeper than most.” - Clash Magazine
“HANYA take elements of sugary dream-pop, ‘70s psychedelia and hauntingly ethereal shoegaze, creating something that feels both classic and contemporary, and utterly unique to themselves.” Line Of Best Fit
“Blending dream pop, shoegaze and 60s/70s psychedelia, Hanya’s hypnotic concoctions are an immersive experience. The lead single from the Brighton quartet’s brand new EP ‘Sea Shoes’ is part Cocteau Twins, part Velvet Underground & Nico – a stylish and shimmering sonic delight that feels like the soundtrack to a sprawling desert landscape.” - Hidden Herd
