Los Angeles based singer/songwriter Chloe Gallardo crafts a combination of introspective lyrics and calm melodies, creating sound influenced by artists such as Men I Trust, Julia Jacklin, and Alexandra Savior.
Chloe Gallardo describes her music as “dark shoegaze indie rock”, a title as eclectic and nuanced as her influences. Growing up, Gallardo was quickly immersed in music by her parents, who are both musicians. Stepping into the role of a musician herself wasn’t as much of a decision as it was instinct; something Gallardo felt swirling inside of her for as long as she can remember. Drawing musically from bands like Broadcast and Duster, Gallardo is also inspired visually by director David Lynch, among others. Gallardo’s music offers a distinct duality, as though the instrumentation is heavy, Gallardo herself is soft. A shadow figure may slouch behind her in the shadows, but she is more than capable of eclipsing it.
On debut album ‘Defamator’, Chloe Gallardo’s storytelling is elusive: her dizzyingly gentle voice seems harmless at first – almost timid – but quickly the veil lifts to reveal something sinister beneath. Her lyrics are deeply confessional as she details one of the darkest periods in her life, one of navigating her way through healing from a traumatic experience. The album acts as a release for Gallardo; a catharsis of “allowing [herself] to be angry” at those who have mistreated and attempted to defame her. ‘Defamator’ boasts dark undertones that synergize with intense instrumentation as Gallardo quietly cracks herself open and sews herself back together with a striking softness.
“Chloe Gallardo’s gauzy but pretty indie rock feels meant for a YA coming of age film.” Nylon Magazine
“Chloe Gallardo is a dream pop connoisseur and architect of an original dream pop music collection. Gallardo’s studio recordings have lush harmonies that give her that iconic, dream pop sound.” Music Blog
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‘Defamator’ is the debut album by Chloe Gallardo, out and shipped on May 12th, 2023.
1. Bloodline
2. God Is Dead
3. There Will Be Blood
4. Defamator
5. [Untitled]
6. New Jersey
7. To See You Go
8. The Way
9. Last Dance
10. New Jersey (Reprise)
