Young Dreams
Pop · NO · Active since 2009

Young Dreams

Lush, symphonic pop that feels like a slow-motion sunrise. Shimmering synths and orchestral layers for moments of youthful longing and wide-eyed wonder.

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Young Dreams creates music that feels like the exact moment a dream starts to feel real. It is a dense, shimmering wall of sound that manages to remain airy and light, anchored by the meticulous arrangements of Matias Tellez. The music is defined by its scale; with a rotating cast of up to a dozen musicians, every track is a miniature symphony of rippling synthesizers, floating string sections, and perfectly timed percussion that elevates indie pop into something far more cinematic.

What truly distinguishes this Bergen collective is their ability to capture 'youth' not as a cliché, but as a visceral sensory experience. There is a specific tension in their sound: the feeling of being trapped in a small town while possessing a heart big enough to swallow the horizon. They use orchestral bombast not for aggression, but to illustrate the sheer volume of teenage emotion, resulting in anthems that feel both intimate and infinite.

Start with 'Between Places' to hear their vision at its most cohesive. It is an album for anyone who has ever felt like they were waiting for their life to finally begin, providing a soundtrack that makes that waiting feel like a beautiful, necessary prelude to something spectacular.

Our Catalog2 Albums · 2013 · 2018
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