Smallpools made a big splash with their first single, "Dreaming," which was instantly identifiable for its soaring chorus and colorful production. Their albums and EPs mix shimmering synth textures with guitar-driven punch to make songs that are great for summer drives and late-night dance floors. The band has a dedicated fan base because they can write tunes that sound familiar right away but never get old. Their music is influenced by indie pop, alt-rock, and electronic music.
When they play live, Smallpools turn their smooth studio songs into high-energy parties. The crowd gets higher as Sean Scanlon's voice rises over layers of synths and guitars and precise drumming. The lighting rigs flash delicious colors all over the room, in time with the music's ups and downs. As the music plays, fans dance to the beat and shout back every word. The music makes a collective, kinetic high that is hard to stand still through.
Smallpools do well when there is a connection between them and the crowd. They respond to the crowd's enthusiasm and push each song to its emotional peak. Their concerts feel like a secret that everyone knows about. You make memories together in real time. You can feel that adrenaline personally with Yadara, where the band's brilliant sound provides the soundtrack to a night you won't want to finish.