DREAD LAGOON
Voodoo Game has landed!
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ABOUT DREAD LAGOON
Dread Lagoon, emerging from Stoke-on-Trent, blends alt-rock, psychedelia, and electronic vibes into a captivating sound. Their debut single, "Voodoo Game," released in January 2024, marked the start of their journey with Joe Stingray on vocals and bass, Dave Hullat on guitar, and Jake Smith on drums.
The band has performed across cities like Stockport, Liverpool, Manchester, Leek, Whitchurch, and Newcastle, with notable shows at venues such as The Jacaranda and The Artisan Tap, and festivals like Lymelight Festival. Individually, the members have also played in other bands at festivals like Equinox, Not a Cult, On Board the Craft, and Glastonbury Psych Fest, broadening their experience and artistic connections.
Their EP, In-Between Dreams and Reality, weaves intricate guitar riffs and pulsating beats, influenced by artists like Jane's Addiction, Louis Cole, and Knower. Themes of mental health and overcoming adversity are central to their music, creating a deep, emotive sound.
Looking ahead, Dread Lagoon plans to release a double EP in 2025, along with music videos and exciting shows alongside talented bands across the country. As a DIY project with a punk ethos, they collaborate with promoters like Clampdown Promotions and Leaf Promotions, pushing their sound's boundaries. Sharing stages with acts like Bonk, Apollo House, Koala, and Zipstyle, they've solidified their presence in the scene.
Each performance invites audiences into a trance-like connection, creating moments that transcend time and space. The future holds immense promise as Dread Lagoon continues to carve their name into music history
Listen In-Between dreams and reality
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Dread Lagoon’s debut EP, In-Between Dreams and Reality, is a journey through psychedelia, prog rock, and folk, blending deep emotions with rich storytelling.The opening track, "Voodoo Game," is a psychedelic rock piece with country influences. It tells the story of a lone gunslinger, serving as a metaphor for the isolating effects of modern society—a haunting reminder of the struggle to find connection in a disconnected world.The second track delves into the expansive realms of psychedelic prog rock, shifting through different atmospheres and time signatures. It explores the emotional complexities of loving someone who doesn’t reciprocate, capturing the heartache and turbulence of unreturned affection."Oceanside," the final track, takes inspiration from folk ocean tales, evoking a sense of longing and endless searching. It speaks to the elusive nature of love, portraying a quest for something that always seems just out of reach.
