Discover: Blase – Middle of Nowhere

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North Carolina based multi-instrumentalist Blase released his latest single taken from his forthcoming album a few weeks ago! ‘Middle of Nowhere‘ is has warm, road trip vibes thanks to its lush, nostalgic synths and wistful vocals. It’s a sparkly track with somehow both a retro, yet modern sound. Blase’s brand new, full-length album is set for release this summer!

Listen to ‘Middle of Nowhere’ by Blase below and keep up with them on social media via the links below:

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New Music: Blase – Middle of Nowhere

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Dream pop with a sunny disposition and bright outlook, Middle of Nowhere finds Blase looking at how, with love, you are never truly alone.

The vocals have a cosmic sheen in the vein of Empire of the Sun, and the song references similar influences, though here the indie side is more to the fore. This is perfect for your summer playlists, though when you’re with the right person, every day is like a summer’s day, right?

“Middle Of Nowhere was a song written in Joshua Tree, California,” says the artist. “It’s a song about being far away from everyone in the middle of nowhere, but feeling somewhere because you’re with that someone that makes you feel alive.”

You can stream Middle of Nowhere and more music from Blase on SoundCloud and Spotify. For details of other listening options and upcoming live appearances, follow Blase on Instagram or Facebook.

LISTEN: Blase Crafts Welcoming World Of Bright Synth-Pop On “Middle of Nowhere”

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Blase is a Multi-instrumentalist from North Carolina. He started his musical journey in Chicago, IL, on the underground indie scene, playing drums with a handful of bands before debuting his self-produced project. The foundation of a Blase record or song will likely be built out of synths, lush reverbs, warped guitars, and thoughtful lyrics. Blase doesn’t limit himself to any genre, but loves to lean into psych, dream pop, synth pop, folk, and rock characteristics. He is currently residing in NC, where he continues to record, compose, produce, and perform.

On his latest single, “Middle of Nowhere,” Blase blends palpable longing with danceable tempos, offering a kaleidoscopic look into his hectic, indie-pop world. The artist’s latest release embodies the refreshing individuality that breathes new life into pop tropes, as he combines soaring modern vocals with nostalgic love balladry. The ethereal vocal performance radiates with lush, gentle energy, while the energetic arrangement shifts and moves with groovy synths and neck-breaking drums. This sonic juxtaposition creates an immersive atmosphere for the listener to explore, giving “Middle of Nowhere” its freewheeling infectiousness. With a new album set to be released this summer, Blase releases a statement piece of a single. “Middle of Nowhere” is an explosive modern pop anthem with vibrant textures that burst out of the speakers and burrow into your ear, creating an enticing single with unlimited replay value.

“‘Middle Of Nowhere’ was a song written in Joshua Tree, California,” explains Blase. “It’s a song about being far away from everyone in the middle of nowhere, but feeling somewhere because you’re with that someone that makes you feel alive.”

REVIEW: Blase "Middle of Nowhere"

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North Carolina multi-instrumentalist Blase is coming at us with the indie-pop pulse of latest single, “Middle of Nowhere.” Leaning heavy into ethereal vibes, “Middle of Nowhere” channels Tame Impala with its far-off vocal presence, bell-tone guitar riffs, and bevy of atmospheric synths. Just barely psyched-out, “MoN” sounds like it’s in between every genre and also every genre at once. Blase’s super pleasant almost-falsetto vocals are the cherry-on-top here, bringing all the elements together into this cloud scraping new single.

Fort Lowell Records welcomes new artist: Blase

Chicago-born multi-instrumentalist Blase, now rooted in Wilmington, North Carolina, has carved a distinctive space in the indie music scene with his dreamy, introspective soundscapes and versatile musicianship. After making waves as a drummer with acclaimed Chicago acts like Jude Shuma, Dried Spider, and Seven Houses, Blase stepped forward as a solo artist in 2019, channeling his laid-back, soft indie folk rock sensibilities into deeply personal songs.  It was in the upstairs of a Chicago Coach House that Blase built his first music studio giving him the space to experiment and explore the recording process.  Limiting himself to no particular genre, Blase found himself leaning into psych, dream pop, soft rock, synth pop, folk, and rock. His 2022 debut album Vertigo Valley showcased his gift for blending mellow grooves with thoughtful lyricism, earning him a devoted following.  Building on this momentum, Blase is set to release his sophomore album, Somewhere Out There, through Fort Lowell Records on October 24, 2025 — a record that promises to further expand his atmospheric sonic universe and cement his place as one of indie’s most intriguing voices.

FOR FANS OF: Beach Fossils, Cigarettes After Sex, Color Temperature, Day Wave, Mac DeMarco, Ducktails, The Flaming Lips, Goth Babe, Hoops, Lauds, Men I Trust, No Vacation, The Radio Dept., Stray Fossa, Surf Rock Is Dead, Swimming Tapes, Tame Impala, TV Girl, Wild Nothing

Listen to the first two singles "Middle of Nowhere" and "Under the Same Stars" from Somewhere Out There by Blase now: 

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