Dronefly: 10th Anniversary Remaster of the Dream Pop EP
Ten years ago today, we released a special project that holds a unique place in the Overlook Hotel Records catalog. The self-titled EP from Dronefly arrived with a blend of dream pop, shoegaze, and indie rock that still resonates a decade later.
To celebrate this milestone, the entire four-track EP has been remastered in 2024 and is now available on all of the usual streaming sites as well as for purchase/download on Bandcamp.
A Decade of Dronefly
Originally released on May 1, 2014, Dronefly was a collaboration that brought together distinct voices from the label’s roster. The project features the ethereal vocals and lyrics of Deanna Quijada (Trinity & Triage), supported by the intricate guitar work of Mike Chambers and the multi-instrumental production of Kevin Hartnell.
The result is a sound that balances the hazy, atmospheric textures of shoegaze with the melodic sensibilities of alternative rock. It is music for the “space between chords,” as one reviewer noted, a polished, weighted sound that feels like sinking into a comfortable chair.
Critical Reception
Upon its initial release, Dronefly garnered praise for its cohesive vibe and polished production.
Eric at NoObject highlighted the EP’s use of space, stating: “It’s the space between chords, between drum hits and between vocal lines that makes ‘Closer’ an incredible opener… Playing to the strengths of shoegaze as a genre, the track gives off a smooth weighted feeling.”
Samantha at TheEqualGround noted the band’s versatility: “All four of the songs on Dronefly’s album evoke a different vibe but they all so brilliantly coexist. This, to me, is a sure sign of a band that has potential.”
The 2024 Remaster
The new 2024 remaster, handled by the enigmatic Hector the Rat at the Overlook Hotel, breathes new life into these recordings. The layers of synths, Mellotron, and guitars are clearer, and Deanna’s vocals sit perfectly in the mix, inviting listeners to get lost in the “doldrums” and “forever light.”
Whether you are a long-time fan or discovering this gem for the first time, this anniversary edition is the definitive way to experience the EP.
Lyrics
“Doldrums”
Sunlight let us in
The world is prone to spin
When what is fast goes slow
When sleep is hope
I swallow a pill and call it life
And hope that the drug will make me right
Out of sight or mind
And will they always follow?
This fight I can win
I’ll make the earth stop
Till I
Wake up, wake up, wake up, wake up
Again, again
I swallow a pill and call it life
And hope that the drug will make me right
Out of sight or mind
And will they always follow?
Where I go
Where I go
Deep in this hole
Here I am
Hey, I cannot begin to keep up with madness
This is the world we know
Did you fall in right after I went?
I am not alone
Not alone
Swallow a pill and call it life
And hope that the drug will
(Here I go)
Make me right
Out of sight or mind
Will they always follow?
“Forever Light”
Saw you happy alone
Knew we would get along
And in your eyes my feeling
Touch the silent kind
It would be a hassle
A social convention
I’m not much for ceremony
Inconvenient, but
Would you bother?
If we had to marry each other?
I believe we’re getting close
Las Vegas knows
Forever light
In the light I can see
You are standing with me
And in this moment I’m so happy
To be here
Because your eyes shine
With the neon light and love
It would be a hassle
A social convention
I’m not much for ceremony
Inconvenient, but
Would you bother?
If we had to marry each other?
I believe we’re getting close
Las Vegas knows
Forever light
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