What is Dream Pop Music?

Dream pop music originated in the UK during the mid 80′s when bands started experimenting with a fusion of post punk and ethereal music resulting in transforming bitter sweet melodies into more sonically ambitious sounds. Lyrics are often delivered by deep breathing females or whispered male vocals. Songs which are renowned for influencing the sound of this genre of music include The Velvet Underground’s “Sunday Morning” and John Lennons “#9 Dream”.

Representative Dream Pop Musicians

Dream pop musicians which really influenced this genre of music include bands the likes of Spoonfed Hybrid and Pale Saints, as well as the early stuff of Verve, The Church and The Sundays. A number of dream pop bands started to emerge in the United States including Alison’s Halo and Mazzy Star.