Hanford Reach - "Out Of Dreams"

Words by Zach Romano

“Out of Dreams,” is the second single from Brooklyn duo Hanford Reach’s upcoming debut full-length After Image. Sounding something like a Tame Impala track written after Kevin Parker forgot to take his anxiety pills, “Out of Dreams” is a bracing, jagged journey that will leave you exhilarated and maybe a bit dizzy.

The track leads in with a brassy synth line and gets going after the drums almost immediately crash in. There are definite psych elements here, but not of the soothing or lulling variety: everything is calculatedly a bit off-kilter as the mix vamps between speakers, and it can be difficult to find a footing or know where your ears should be at any given moment. That said, there is a definite groove that all of the elements fit into, and a couple of well-placed breaks give the listener a breather before the whirlwind drops back in. “Out of Dreams” is drum-driven in a way I didn’t expect from a duo; it has a big, booming groove that seems like a blast to play. Once you allow yourself to be swept up in Hanford Reach’s world, “Out of Dreams” you'll find some surprising hooks, too.

Stream it below and stay tuned, as the band’s debut record, After Image, is out on May 26th via Favorite Friend Records.

You can listen to Hanford Reach’s music on Bandcamp or your streaming platform of choice. Keep up with the band by following them on Instagram and liking them on Facebook.