There have been very few San Diego bands that have excited me quite as much as moondaddy. The group, led by songwriter Cara Potiker, specializes in uber-ethereal dream pop. The band’s Cocteau Twins influenced 2023 debut album “Poet Lies,” is one of the best San Diego albums to come out in years. Period.
Part of what makes moondaddy so damn good is the band’s ability to craft a truly sublime sonic experience. The songs feel genuinely enveloping. So much so that it sort of feels like one doesn’t so much listen to a moondaddy song. They swim around in it. And boy, does the water feel fine.
moondaddy, “Bystander”: The latest single from moondaddy, “Bystander,” showcases all of the band’s greatest strengths. Washy synths? Check. Shimmering guitars? Check. Potiker’s swoon worthy croon? Double check.
Like what you hear? Check out moondaddy at Casbah on Wednesday, July 2, alongside fellow song of the week recipients Omo Cloud, In Mazes and klurax.
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