There’s something magical about late summer evenings, a mix of nostalgia and anticipation for change. This is the mood that seeps into “hello hello,” the latest single from miaw, the electronic cross-pop duo formed by Frederik Fog and Liza Dries. With their upcoming EP “MyPetswan” set to release on Petrola80, the duo has been steadily crafting a sound that’s both unique and strangely familiar, sitting at the crossroads of remix culture and indie pop. “hello hello” captures this beautifully, offering listeners a tender goodbye anthem wrapped in layers of dreamy production and intimate vocals.
At its core, “hello hello” is a reflection on friendship and romantic tensions, playing out against the backdrop of a single city, a place where memories linger even as people move on. The track’s delicate balance between joy and melancholy is palpable, built upon chopped drum’n’bass rhythms, glittering indie guitars, and Liza’s ethereal vocals. It’s a conversation, almost—voices weave in and out, creating a call-and-response pattern that feels personal, as if someone were whispering in your ear. The repeated “hello hello” drifts softly from one side, answered by tender reflections like “feeling tender” and the final question, “do you wanna call?”
This sense of intimacy is echoed in the production. Deep 808s meld seamlessly with washy synthesizers and trebly guitars, creating a soundscape that’s both vast and close. The melancholy that underpins the track is gentle, inviting, and never overwhelming, offering a kind of emotional release that feels true to the late summer atmosphere they’ve aimed to capture.
The story behind the song gives it an extra layer of poignancy. Living in Cologne, Frederik and Liza would spend their days writing songs in Liza’s apartment, often gazing out at their neighbor’s unused swimming pool, imagining themselves diving in. That daydream became a reality on Frederik’s last night in the city before moving away, when the duo broke into the neighbor’s garden and finally jumped into the pool. The creation of “hello hello” on that final evening together was an act of release, both a farewell and a celebration of their time shared in that space. This mix of longing, tenderness, and freedom is what “hello hello” embodies so well.
Miaw’s ability to blend these personal experiences with their evolving electronic sound is what makes them such a compelling duo. There’s a rawness to their work that feels genuine, but it’s wrapped in the shimmering beauty of their sonic choices. Their ability to explore trust, connection, and the complexities of relationships through music is a testament to the unique artistic backgrounds they both bring to the project.
As they continue to carve out their place within the electronic pop landscape, “hello hello” stands as a heartfelt glimpse into the world they’ve built. It’s a song that lingers long after it ends, much like the memories of the summer days that inspired it.
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