Children is a Berlin-based synth-pop duo consisting of Steffi Colsell and Laura Guidi. Emerging from the vibrant German indie scene, they have evolved from a more guitar-oriented indie sound into a sophisticated electronic pop outfit.
Their sound identity is defined by crystalline production, prominent use of analog-style synthesizers, and intricate vocal harmonies that often utilize breathy, close-mic techniques. Historically, they fit into the lineage of 'Neue Deutschpoeten' but with a much heavier emphasis on the electronic textures of the 1980s and contemporary French touch influences. Critical consensus highlights their ability to maintain a 'cool' Berlin aesthetic while delivering deeply emotive, accessible songwriting. They occupy a cultural space similar to artists like Roosevelt or L'Impératrice, bridging the gap between indie-rock sensibilities and club-adjacent electronic production. Their work on albums like 'Hype' demonstrates a significant leap in production value, moving toward a maximalist synth-pop sound that remains grounded in melancholic lyricism.
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