Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone the latest music video from indie pop band, Marlin’s Dreaming, called ”Lucky Star.” On this great-sounding and upbeat new single, the band channels their love for big hooks and power pop into a crowd-pleasing package. Lead vocalist Semis Maiai shared, “The album needed an upbeat, fast-paced track, and this one hit the mark. It might be the last song we wrote and tracked before wrapping up the album. But really, it’s just a love song about my partner and me, and the feeling that sometimes I can’t quite provide exactly what they want and need. Yet, somehow, we’ve been together for ages, and it’s worked. So, I guess I’m questioning it, accepting it, and reflecting on it all at once.” If you’re enjoying the new single, please consider pre-ordering their new EP, HIRL, that releases on August 16th here. I was also able to catch up with the band for a brief interview below.
What was the inspiration when writing “Lucky Star”?
We needed a fast song for our LP. Something that felt fresh & lively. I love a lot of bands from the 2000’s like Bloc Party, Phoenix, LCD Soundsystem. I don’t know if these bands were a conscious influence at the time of writing, but It became apparent once we had the skeleton of a song it was feeling in that world. Which is cool.
What do you hope fans take away from the song?
I hope they give it one or more spins, there’s many layers of textures throughout the song & I think you can hear different textures on different listens.
Who has inspired you in music or life?
My parents for sure. Both super hard workers & have always supported me pursuing the arts. As a band I think we are inspired by any bands that can make it out of NZ!