SYNTH INFUSED ART-POP

Press

“The synth-pop duo are creating their own lane when it comes to music, incorporating the infectious synth vibes that exploded in the 80’s, along with live instrumentals and “free-spirited 70’s vibes.”

— Riverbeats

Assaulting us with hard-hitting drums right out of the gate but quickly shifting gears into a lush melodic dispatch, “When You’re Around” doesn’t flirt with experimentation – it dives in head first and gives us Moonray at what could be their most abstract thus far.

— Indie Pulse Music Magazine by Mindy McCall

Moonray’s music isn’t just a throwback however. Their songs have inventive compositions and arrangements, and instrumentally the synths, guitar, and percussive rhythms are out of this world brilliance. Mixing engineer, and co-producer Eric “Mixerman” Sarafin, has been fine-tuning the sound of acts as diverse as Foreigner, The Pharacyde, Brand New Heavies, and Hilary Duff, and for Moonray he’s picked up on the inspirational tone of their lyrics, and matched it with the perfect sound.

— Essentially Pop by Lisa Hafey

At a speedy 153 BPM, the track has a euphoric pop feel. Filled with lush vocal harmonies, wah wah pedal infused guitar, and whimsical synth arpeggios, the track straddles the line between psych-rock, synth-pop, and indie dance. If you like artists like Coin or Two Door Cinema Club, “Cotton Candy Disco Pie” should be right up your alley.

— Surviving the Golden Age

“Honeymoon is mellifluous without being saccharine, tonally reminiscent of early Matt & Kim or Mates Of State.”

— Audiofemme