Oakland based electronic, psychedelic pop band, Mwahaha is making waves with their distinct brand of ethereal electro psychedelia. A burst of recent exposure, including love from NPR and a spot on the Warp Records SXSW showcase, has made these sonic savants difficult to ignore. LA-based indie label Plug Research has singed the band, and will re-release their self-titled debut album later this month.
The record is a swirling vortex of fluid textures and glitch honey. Think Elephant Six Collective meets TV On the Radio. Track highlights include Swimmer, Deep Sleep and Love–the latter featuring tUnE-yArDs‘ Merril Garbus.
The band recorded “Mwahaha” with Oakland-based engineer Eli Crews (Deerhoof, Rogue Wave) last year and put the album out themselves in limited quantity. The new Plug Research edition features two additional tracks and new artwork, and will be available on vinyl. -Andy Lambert