32elephants brings fresh new sounds out of Amsterdam, drawing from pop-punk and midwest emo legends for inspiration in their breakout anthem, “New Wave Summer.” Their DIY sound is reminiscent of the greats who came before them; you can tell that they are driven by pure passion, blending cultures to create something amazing for fresh audiences.

Music is perhaps the world’s only universal language. It’s phenomenal how sounds can transcend through different cultures, resonating with groups of people who might not have been able to connect without that common denominator. 

The song “New Wave Summer” showcases a strong vocal performance marked by gritty emotional vulnerability, accompanied by tight distorted guitar playing that is completely synchronized with a driven drum beat. Lead guitars are enticing, without becoming overbearing, and they blend seamlessly with a punchy bassline. Plus, in true Midwest emo fashion, 32elephants rounds everything out with an unforgettable, moving breakdown in the bridge. 

“New Wave Summer” suggests that a new perspective is often needed to breathe life into a genre that has been around the block for many, many summers.

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