The Kubrick Stare: Where Did The Time Go?
After years of crafting an ethereal sonic identity, The Kubrick Stare releases first original song “Where Did The Time Go?”
Established in 2021 by Salford-born guitarist Sam Mills-Smith, what began purely as a passion project quickly developed into a personal musical expression, infusing a unique, eclectic range of influences with his lifelong love of shoegaze, redefining the genre for a 21st century audience. Taking cues from guitar heroes Johnny Marr, James Dean Bradfield and Andy Bell, Mills-Smith’s guitars are drenched with rich reverb and a plethora of modulation, creating a layered, atmospheric wall of sound.
Following the release of debut single “Vapour Trail”- a cover of the shoegaze giants Ride- “Where Did The Time Go?” sets up the scene for upcoming album “Pseudoreality”. The track introduces audiences to the otherworldly atmosphere of the project’s modern rebranding of shoegaze. Evoking feelings of loneliness and isolation, the music is perfectly suited for solo listening, taking the listener on a solemn, dreamy journey through their own mind. Accompanying the track are 2 B-sides- “Play Dead”- an existential ballad showcasing the project’s solemn side, and “Dreaming”- an elegant yet hectic instrumental journey to close the single.
Pairing classic shoegaze tones with influences from post-punk, new wave and synthpop, Mills-Smith’s new take on shoegaze is fresh and exciting- not only enticing dedicated fans of the genre, but also shining light on of the UK music scene’s hidden gems.
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