Bright, aquatic indie pop with interlocking vocal harmonies and shimmering synths. Like a cool dip in a clear lake on a sunny afternoon.
Like Swimming is a Swedish indie pop trio formed in 2013 by Ida Skibsted, Petter Hölaas, and Claes Carlström following the dissolution of their previous band, You Say France & I Whistle. Based in Stockholm, the group pivoted from the frantic energy of their predecessor toward a more refined, 'aquatic' sound identity characterized by shimmering synths and complex vocal harmonies.
Their debut album, Structures (2014), established their presence in the international indie scene, earning praise for its blend of organic and electronic elements. The band's creative process often involves retreating to rural Swedish cabins, which informs the naturalistic and spacious quality of their production. Critically, they are noted for maintaining the melodic accessibility of Scandinavian pop while incorporating the experimental textures of chamber pop and electronica. Their influence web connects to the broader 'Nordic Sound' of the 2010s, prioritizing clarity, atmosphere, and a specific type of melancholic euphoria. They occupy a cultural position as a 'musician's pop band,' appreciated for technical vocal arrangements and sophisticated rhythmic structures.
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