Glue Trip is one of the most innovative bands in the Brazilian underground scene, offering an authentic blend of dream pop, bossa nova, and psychedelic rock influences.
Formed in 2013 by the duo Lucas Moura and Felipe Gouveia in João Pessoa, the capital of Paraíba state in northeastern Brazil, Glue Trip is a Brazilian pop music project that exudes creativity and innovation. Today, under the leadership of Paraíban composer and musician Lucas Moura, the band has built a legacy spanning over 10 years, marked by its introspective and experimental sound, with multiple international tours in its repertoire.
With three released albums—Glue Trip (2015), Sea At Night (2018), and Nada Tropical (2022)—Glue Trip has secured its place in the Brazilian and international alternative music scene, gaining recognition since its debut project.
Among the band's major milestones, their debut album Glue Trip (2015) marked their consolidation in the Brazilian and international alternative music scene.
A Journey Along the Brazilian Coast
The album Glue Trip (2015) is a journey blending dream pop and psychedelic rock, reflecting the band's experimental character and transporting listeners to a beachy, sun-soaked experience.
Also released on vinyl, the album was distributed in Europe through the French label Novomundo Records, in Japan via Dessinee Shop, and in Brazil under the Taioba label.
Throughout the tracks, one can notice a constant pursuit of sonic textures that immerse the listener in an ethereal atmosphere—sometimes soothing, sometimes unsettling—blending immersive sounds with an organic feel reminiscent of 1970s Brazil, but through a modern, creative, and distorted lens characteristic of the band. The album incorporates elements of bossa nova and references great names in Brazilian music, such as Os Mutantes and Secos & Molhados.
Tracks That Define Identity
Among the album's tracks, we highlight three that best reflect the band's artistic essence:
- Old Blood - This track shifts between softer moments and more intense sections, creating both a soothing and energetic ambiance, inviting listeners to experience different vibes. Additionally, the song features hypnotic percussion.
- Tropikaoss - As the name suggests, this track represents the fusion of chaos and order, a theme the band explores throughout the album. With progressive percussion that merges modern and timeless elements, the song introduces a new dimension to Brazilian music, incorporating psychedelic touches.
- Elbow Pain - Lightness and melancholy intertwine in this introspective, lo-fi track, fostering a deeply immersive atmosphere.
Creative Freedom in the Process
An interesting fact about the debut album is that all tracks were recorded and produced in Lucas Moura's home studio, in apartment 307. This allowed the band to have complete control over the sound, granting the album a highly creative and experimental atmosphere.
This unique atmosphere has captivated fans both in Brazil and abroad, showcasing the country's rich sonic and creative landscape to the world and establishing the band as one of the most innovative sounds in the Brazilian underground scene.
A Landmark in Brazilian Psychedelia
For those interested in the fusion of tropical elements with psychedelia and eager to explore more of the Brazilian underground sound, Glue Trip's work is an essential listen, representing the forefront of Brazilian alternative music.
By blending psychedelic influences with Brazilian musicality and a strong experimental component, the band has created a relevant and inspiring body of work.
Furthermore, Glue Trip's evolution over the years, with albums Sea At Night and Nada Tropical, reflects not only their artistic maturity but also the expansion of the Brazilian alternative music scene itself.
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