**Lilacs & Champagne** is the brainchild of Alex Hall and Emil Amos, two multi-instrumentalists best known for their work in the experimental rock band Grails. Formed in 2012, this Portland-based duo carves out a niche that’s equal parts psychedelic exploration and sample-driven collage, blending dusty vinyl crackle with hypnotic beats and live instrumentation. Their sound feels like a surreal mixtape—mixing obscure film dialogue, retro soundtracks, and hazy grooves into a vibe that’s both cinematic and deeply trippy.
Over the years, they’ve dropped releases like *Midnight Features Vol. 1: Shower Scene* and *Vol. 2: Made Flesh*, which lean into their love for crafting moody, fragmented narratives reminiscent of vintage B-movies. Tracks from albums such as *Danish & Blue* and *Fantasy World* showcase their knack for stitching together eerie atmospheres with loop-based beats, creating a sound that’s as mysterious as it is immersive. Whether they’re digging through forgotten records or layering live drums and synths, Lilacs & Champagne keep their music weird, nostalgic, and endlessly intriguing.
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