Air Formation is an English shoegaze and dream pop band noted for their dense, celestial soundscapes and melancholic atmospheres. Formed in the late 1990s in Sussex, the group originally drew inspiration from the lush, guitar-heavy textures of early shoegaze pioneers while infusing their music with a fresh, dynamic energy. Over the years, they have carved a niche for themselves within the shoegaze revival, earning both critical acclaim and a devoted following with their nuanced compositions that blend hazy, reverberated guitars with ethereal melodies.

Throughout the early and mid-2000s, Air Formation steadily released a series of albums and EPs that captured the essence of their hypnotic, swirling sound. Albums such as "Ends in Light" (2002) and "Stay Inside / Feel Everything" (2004) contributed to a resurgence of interest in the shoegaze genre, capturing fans with their sprawling, sonically rich tracks. After a period of silence following "Nothing to Wish for (Nothing to Lose)" in 2010, the band made a compelling return with their 2018 full-length release "Near Miss," which continued their legacy of crafting emotive, immersive soundscapes. With their subsequent records "Vanishing Act" and "Were We Ever Here," Air Formation solidified their status as enduring figures in the shoegaze and dream pop scene, continuing to inspire with their layered guitar work and evocative ambiance.

Genres

Indie Shoegaze

Nu Gaze

Shoegaze

Latest Release

Air Formation

Air Formation

Album - 8 Tracks - Released April 19, 2024