Secret Shine is a band hailing from Bristol, United Kingdom, that emerged in the early 1990s as a part of the shoegaze movement—a genre characterized by its ethereal mix of obscured vocals, guitar distortion, and effects. The group first captured the attention of music enthusiasts with the release of their seminal debut album, "Untouched," which cemented their sound that perfectly encapsulated the dreamy, reverb-drenched essence of the shoegaze scene at the time. Following their initial success, various internal and external factors led to a period of inactivity, but the band's revered status among shoegaze aficionados remained intact.

In the 2000s, Secret Shine witnessed a resurgence, marked by a renewed interest in shoegaze and a reappraisal of the genre's key players. The band honored their late founding member Jamie Gingell with the posthumous release of "Morris: 1974-2005," a tribute to his contributions. Since reuniting, Secret Shine has consistently rewarded longtime fans and gained new admirers through a series of releases including, but not limited to, "Beyond Sea and Sky EP," "Elemental EP," and their appropriately titled album "There Is Only Now," reflecting the band's embrace of the present while still sounding unmistakably true to their roots. Secret Shine continues to shine brightly within the musical firmament, leveraging their rich, textured soundscapes to enchant new generations of listeners.