Tribeca

Tribeca is a Swedish indie synth-pop duo consisting of singer-songwriter Lasse Lindh and producer Claes Björklund. Formed in Stockholm in the early 2000s, the project emerged from a desire to create a specific brand of sophisticated pop that the duo felt was missing from the contemporary scene.

Their debut, 'Kate -97', established their reputation for meticulous production, a trait attributed to Björklund's perfectionist studio habits. While Lindh was already a known entity in the Swedish indie scene for his guitar-based solo work, Tribeca allowed him to pivot toward a more electronic, synth-driven sound. Their sophomore effort, 'Dragon Down', solidified this identity, blending 'old school' drum machine grooves with 'crystal clear' analog synthesis. Culturally, they are a cornerstone of the Labrador Records aesthetic, representing the 'Swedish sound' of the mid-2000s: melodic, melancholic, and impeccably produced. Their influence persists among fans of sophisticated indie pop and C86-adjacent electronica, maintaining a dedicated following within the 'twee' and synth-pop subcultures.