The Japanese House
About The Japanese House
Origin: London, United Kingdom
Genre: Electropop, dream pop, indie pop
Active Years: 2015-Present
Members:
* Amber Bain (vocals, guitar, keyboards, songwriting)
Discography:
Studio Albums:
* Good at Falling (2019)
Extended Plays:
* Pools to Bathe In (2015)
* Clean (2015)
* Saw You in a Dream (2017)
* Swim Against the Tide (2020)
Singles:
* "Still" (2015)
* "Saw You in a Dream" (2016)
* "Lilo" (2017)
* "Maybe You're the Reason" (2018)
* "Something Has to Change" (2019)
* "Alone at the Piano" (2020)
Musical Style:
The Japanese House's music is characterized by ethereal vocals, dreamy synths, and sparse, evocative lyrics. Bain's songwriting often explores themes of love, loss, and introspection.
Background:
Amber Bain formed The Japanese House as a solo project in 2015. She released her debut EP, "Pools to Bathe In," that same year, which garnered critical acclaim for its haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes. In 2017, Bain released the extended play "Saw You in a Dream," which featured the breakout single of the same name.
Challenges and Controversies:
Despite her musical success, Bain has faced challenges in the music industry. In 2018, she spoke out about her experiences with sexism and misogyny within the industry. She has also been open about her struggles with mental health, using her platform to raise awareness about these issues.
Critical Acclaim:
The Japanese House has received widespread critical acclaim for its unique sound and Bain's introspective songwriting. The band has been featured in publications such as The Guardian, NME, and Pitchfork. Bain has also won several awards, including the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song for "Maybe You're the Reason."
Continued Success:
The Japanese House continues to release critically acclaimed music, with their latest album, "Good at Falling," being released in 2019. The band has toured extensively and has performed at major festivals such as Coachella and Glastonbury.
Origin: London, United Kingdom
Genre: Electropop, dream pop, indie pop
Active Years: 2015-Present
Members:
* Amber Bain (vocals, guitar, keyboards, songwriting)
Discography:
Studio Albums:
* Good at Falling (2019)
Extended Plays:
* Pools to Bathe In (2015)
* Clean (2015)
* Saw You in a Dream (2017)
* Swim Against the Tide (2020)
Singles:
* "Still" (2015)
* "Saw You in a Dream" (2016)
* "Lilo" (2017)
* "Maybe You're the Reason" (2018)
* "Something Has to Change" (2019)
* "Alone at the Piano" (2020)
Musical Style:
The Japanese House's music is characterized by ethereal vocals, dreamy synths, and sparse, evocative lyrics. Bain's songwriting often explores themes of love, loss, and introspection.
Background:
Amber Bain formed The Japanese House as a solo project in 2015. She released her debut EP, "Pools to Bathe In," that same year, which garnered critical acclaim for its haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes. In 2017, Bain released the extended play "Saw You in a Dream," which featured the breakout single of the same name.
Challenges and Controversies:
Despite her musical success, Bain has faced challenges in the music industry. In 2018, she spoke out about her experiences with sexism and misogyny within the industry. She has also been open about her struggles with mental health, using her platform to raise awareness about these issues.
Critical Acclaim:
The Japanese House has received widespread critical acclaim for its unique sound and Bain's introspective songwriting. The band has been featured in publications such as The Guardian, NME, and Pitchfork. Bain has also won several awards, including the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song for "Maybe You're the Reason."
Continued Success:
The Japanese House continues to release critically acclaimed music, with their latest album, "Good at Falling," being released in 2019. The band has toured extensively and has performed at major festivals such as Coachella and Glastonbury.