Miranda Lee Richards

Miranda Lee Richards is a pivotal figure in the modern psychedelic folk and dream pop landscape, bridging the gap between the 1960s San Francisco counterculture and contemporary indie sensibilities. Born to underground comic legends Ted and Teresa Richards, her musical DNA is rooted in the bohemian tradition.

Her early career was marked by a unique mentorship under Metallica's Kirk Hammett and a brief but significant tenure with The Brian Jonestown Massacre, appearing in the documentary 'DIG!' Her sound identity is defined by ethereal, breathy vocals and a production style that favors analog warmth and heavy reverb, often drawing comparisons to Mazzy Star and Hope Sandoval. Over her career, she has evolved from the more straightforward folk-pop of 'The Herethereafter' to the expansive, existential, and orchestrally-tinged psych-folk of 'Echoes of the Dreamtime' and 'Existential Beast'. Critically, she is respected for her ability to maintain a timeless aesthetic that avoids the pitfalls of pastiche, instead creating a distinct sonic world that feels both grounded and otherworldly. Her collaborations with artists like Tricky and The Jesus and Mary Chain further highlight her versatility within the alternative and trip-hop spheres.