Am I Sinking or Am I Swimming?

Am I Sinking or Am I Swimming? is the definitive early statement from late night drive home, solidifying their reputation as architects of nocturnal indie rock. Released in September 2021, the EP serves as a bridge between bedroom-pop intimacy and the more expansive, guitar-driven sound of contemporary shoegaze. The project is anchored by 'Stress Relief', which became a viral touchstone for a new generation of indie listeners, blending surf-rock energy with existential lyrics. Sonically, the EP is characterized by its heavy use of reverb and delay, creating a sense of physical space that mirrors the 'late night drive' aesthetic of the band's name. Critical reception has highlighted the band's ability to evoke a sense of place and time, specifically the melancholic beauty of the American Southwest at night. The closing track, 'Under Supervision', showcases their ambition with a nearly seven-minute runtime that moves from sparse introspection to a dense, layered finale.