Having dropped Friday 26 April, the Sunshine Coast duo celebrate their dreamy melodies and lush instrumentals on the record.
Having been staples of Australia’s indie-rock scene for the past five years, The Dreggs have finally taken some time off the road to record their long-awaited debut, Caught In The Reverie.
Finding its sound somewhere between the bluegrass-infused indie-folk of Matt Corby and the melodic yet upbeat folk-rock harmonies of The Waifs, Reverie sees the Bribie Island duo injecting elements of gospel, soul and blues into their heartfelt folk roots to deliver a release that has all the sensibilities of a yarn with mates over a few beers and an open fire.
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From the hand percussion and mandolin grooves of ‘Come So Far’, to the power ballad choruses and meticulous finger picking of ‘Look To The Stars’, Caught in the Reverie has such a warm accessibility that welcomes all styles of listeners.
Delivering each song with an overwhelming sense of earnestness, the duo’s lyrics see discussions about heartache of lost love (‘Berlin’), the emptiness attached to chasing the party instead of meaningful relationships (‘Sad Old Song’), and the unconditional love and reliance that one eternally feels for their mother (‘I’m A Little Older’).
It really welcomes you in with open arms. A campfire release that’s filled with warm and hearty ballads, nuanced songwriting, and a relatable perspective of growth so resonant that it makes it hard to feel alone.
Listen to Caught In The Reverie from The Dreggs here.
