Dog Park

Sometimes, it takes a series of coincidences for 4 individuals to meet and become a band. Erica is American, Isabella is Brazilian, and Sarah and Jean are from Paris. After they first met at a concert in Paris in 2021, they quickly began composing together. Because they are all multi-instrumentalists and embrace spontaneity, they naturally play musical chairs as part of their composition process. This is what makes their quartet unique: instruments and microphones change between songs.

A particularly impressive dance to observe during their live performance. Despite having released only two singles, Dog Park has secured stages such as the Auditorium of the Louis Vuitton Foundation and several summer festivals across France. Since roles change, there's no leader or designated composer. Each member contributes with fragments. This is apparent on their upcoming debut album, Festina Lente, consisting of 10 tracks is now out on Geographie Records.

Erica's vocals, with her distinct voice, are inclined towards twee or dream pop, accompanied by an energetic beat. Sarah's deep tone, flirting with grunge, harmonizes with the darker tracks. Isabella's jazz-infused moments brings a sense of calm. Jean's unique guitar and jangly playing style reveal Dog Park's primary influences - Real Estate, Kacey Johansing and the early 2010s CT's releases. Dog Park shares irresistible melodies, deliberately lo-fi sonic aesthetics, and a profound sense of melancholy. ~ Coralie Gardet