Dreamwave return with Moon Dogs, their six-track sophomore EP and the ‘Side A’ of an upcoming physical release set for November. Out 25th April via Velvet Echoes, Moon Dogs launches with a headline show at The Louisiana in Bristol on the same day. The EP marks a bold step forward for the band—combining tightly wound songwriting with surreal textures and a dynamic sonic range.
A striking progression from their debut, Moon Dogs blends the off-kilter charm of The B-52s with the expansive ambience of Pink Floyd, resulting in a release that feels both immediate and immersive. Recorded with Dom Bailey-Clay at Nine Volt Leap, the EP captures Dreamwave’s sharpened studio instincts while remaining fully DIY—with self-directed videos, hand-drawn artwork, and entirely self-produced tracks.
The EP’s title, Moon Dogs, emerged from a chaotic yet characteristically playful naming process, ultimately landing on a name that reflects the spirit of the release—loose, catchy, and to the point. Musically, Moon Dogs is their most diverse collection to date. The E.Ps lead track “Clad Kings” unfolds with shimmering textures and a slow-building atmosphere, while “Dragging the Rain Down” introduces unexpected jazz inflections, layered with rich harmonies and fluid transitions. The latter became the most carefully crafted track on the EP, evolving significantly from its original demo and showcasing the band’s meticulous approach to arrangement and mixing. Elsewhere, “Polystyrene Irene” delivers an urgent blast of garage rock energy, providing a sharp contrast to the more spacious, introspective moments. “Wide Shooter” adds rhythmic swagger and has taken on a life of its own live—with audiences learning and replicating the choreography from the music video.
Live, the band’s dynamic control is earning them a growing reputation. Tracks like “Polystyrene Irene” spark crowd-wide mosh pits, while “Clad Kings” draws a sudden hush—holding the room in rapt attention before plunging back into chaos. It’s this range that defines Dreamwave’s recent evolution, both sonically and on stage. Following the Bristol launch, the band heads to London for a show at The Shacklewell Arms with Bad Vibrations on 2nd May. They’ll then make their EU debut at Blockparty Festival in Paris on 30–31 May, continuing a run that has been steadily attracting attention from UK tastemakers. Recent plays on BBC Radio 6 Music by Emily Pilbeam and Amy Lamé, along with their addition to the Facemelts playlist, point to a growing momentum behind Dreamwave’s new material. Moondogs is also the first half of a two-part physical release, with Side B arriving this November, promising more to come from a band carving out their own strange and exciting space.
Upcoming Shows:
25 April – The Louisiana – Bristol (Velvet Echoes)
02 May – The Shacklewell Arms – London (Bad Vibrations)
30 May – Block Party – Paris
31 May – Block Party – Paris
16 August – Stowaway Festival – Buckingham
28–31 August – Smugglers Festival – Kent
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