A new name has emerged from the depths of London’s vibrant electronic scene, offering not just a track but an atmosphere, a whole world we can step into. Volcanic Shores, the brainchild of producer Chris Allinson, is that new rare arrival. With a timeless and freshly modern sound, Allinson draws on the warmth of Ibiza sunsets and the nostalgia of classic analog synths, crafting music that blurs the line between memory and dream.
Their latest single, “My Friend Lives on the Coast” released on August 5, 2025, introduces us to this ethereal soundscape with elegance and restraint. Recorded at Cactus Studios in Neasden, the track is enriched by the hauntingly laid-back vocals of guest singer Cassy, who delivers the lyrics like secrets whispered across the shoreline. Her performance is light, letting the words breathe and wash over us like waves.
The lyrics paint a portrait of escape and longing: “My friend lives on the coast, they say it’s peaceful there, they spend the time the most, they live without a care.” The simplicity of these lines carries depth, contrasting the coastal calm with the restless curiosity of the narrator: “But there’s too many places, that I wanna be, so many places, That I wanna see.” In this duality, the song becomes a meditation on freedom, solitude, and the eternal pull of wanderlust.
Sonically, Allinson leans into atmosphere. Old analog synthesizers shimmer with warmth, conjuring a vintage texture that feels right at home alongside influences like Bonobo or A Man Called Adam. Gentle beats pulse beneath the surface, never overwhelming, but steady enough to anchor the track in the world of dance and electronica. It’s music made for golden hours—when the sun dips into the horizon, cocktails clink in the background, and time itself seems to slow down.
Cassy’s delivery sits perfectly within this production with her voice becoming another instrument in the mix. The way her tone drifts; soft, airy, but laced with sincerity makes the track personal and universal. It’s easy to imagine her voice floating out over a beachside café, soundtracking sunsets and quiet reflections.
With “My Friend Lives on the Coast,” Volcanic Shores doesn’t just share a single; they invite us into a sonic sanctuary. It’s chill, it’s evocative, and it carries the promise of a producer who understands how to balance nostalgia with forward-thinking sound. For fans of atmospheric electronic music, this is one to keep close. It belongs on a Café del Mar compilation, but it also belongs to anyone who’s ever dreamed of slipping away to the coast.
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