Acid Smoothie

Acid Smoothie is the solo project of American multi-instrumentalist Paul Dunne, based in Laguna Beach. Known for blending fuzz-driven garage-inspired psych rock with lo-fi, chaotic yet intimate sounds, Acid Smoothie captures a raw, energetic vibe shaped by Dunne’s eclectic past in bands like A Case of Mistaken Identity, javahead, and Franciscan Honey. His second full-length album, *Faxing The Vatican*, features fuzzy riffs, conversational vocals, and a nostalgic lo-fi production style, reflecting themes of self-awareness, aging, and the value of past experiences through a distinct, messy charm.

Dunne’s approach to Acid Smoothie is about capturing an organic, live feel by often using first takes, emphasizing presence and human touch amid organized chaos. The album *Faxing The Vatican* opens with gritty, riff-heavy tracks like "Dice Guy," mixing infectious hooks with a dreamy yet raw atmosphere that invites listeners into a fuzz-drenched world where vintage tech and existential musings collide.

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