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Oakland indie is a genre characterized by its eclectic blend of lo-fi production, jangly guitars, and dreamy, laid-back vibes. Emerging in the 2010s, this genre drew inspiration from 90s indie rock, psychedelia, and chillwave, with a distinctly West Coast flavor. Notable for its DIY ethos and introspective lyrics, Oakland indie often features lush vocal harmonies, fuzzy guitar work, and a relaxed, mid-tempo pace. This genre's cultural significance lies in its reflection of the Bay Area's diverse, artistic community, with many artists drawing from personal experiences and emotions. Oakland indie's unique sound is set apart by its fusion of surf rock, dream pop, and indie folk elements, creating a distinctive sonic landscape that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

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The Heavenly States

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released November 12, 2025

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November 12, 2025

Hiss Extras
The Heavenly States
5 tracks
October 31

Patiently (Barzo Remix)
Trails and Ways
1 tracks
October 10

Belong
Jay Som
11 tracks
October 7

Past Lives
Jay Som•
Hayley Williams
5 tracks
September 30

Patiently
Trails and Ways
1 tracks
September 30

The Story Of (Everybody's Gonna Die Today)
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
September 9

What You Need
Jay Som
4 tracks
September 3

My Sloop
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
August 21

Eat Fight Own
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
August 12

Cards On The Table
Jay Som
3 tracks
July 25

Fifth of July
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
July 9

Float / A Million Reasons Why
Jay Som
2 tracks
June 26

here comes the sun
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
June 1

Hiss
The Heavenly States
25 tracks
May 2

Call It (Turbotito Remix)
PREP•
Eddie Chacon•
Turbotito
1 tracks
February 3

Little Dominoes
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
January 31

Lay Low
Eddie Chacon
8 tracks
January 28

Good Sun
Eddie Chacon
4 tracks
January 10

Let The Devil In
Eddie Chacon
3 tracks
November 13, 2024

End Of The World
Eddie Chacon
2 tracks
October 22

Ghost
Fashion Club•
Jay Som
1 tracks
October 11

Becker
SWMRS
9 tracks
October 10

Empire (feat. John Carroll Kirby)
Eddie Chacon
1 tracks
September 13

Emo Kids
SWMRS
1 tracks
August 9

Funeral Soundtrack #4
Destroy Boys
11 tracks
August 8

You Hear Yes
Destroy Boys•
Scowl•
Mannequin Pussy
1 tracks
July 26

SURE AS SH*T!
SWMRS
1 tracks
July 18

Should’ve Been Me
Destroy Boys
5 tracks
July 12

Macro
Brijean
12 tracks
June 21

DELONGESONG
SWMRS
1 tracks
June 6

Boyfeel
Destroy Boys
4 tracks
June 5

Euphoric Avenue
Brijean
3 tracks
May 17

Genius of Love
Toro y Moi•
Brijean
1 tracks
May 10

If I Could
Jay Som
1 tracks
May 8

Call It (feat. Eddie Chacon)
PREP•
Eddie Chacon
1 tracks
May 1

Roller Coaster
Brijean
2 tracks
April 19

The Late Show (feat. Jay Som)
Jay Som
3 tracks
April 3

Workin' On It
Brijean
1 tracks
March 13

Empty Eddy
Ultra Q
10 tracks
March 13

Plucked
Destroy Boys
3 tracks

November 12, 2025

Hiss Extras
The Heavenly States
5 tracks
October 10

Belong
Jay Som
11 tracks
October 7

Past Lives
Jay Som•
Hayley Williams
5 tracks
September 9

What You Need
Jay Som
4 tracks
June 1

Hiss
The Heavenly States
25 tracks
January 31

Lay Low
Eddie Chacon
8 tracks
January 28

Good Sun
Eddie Chacon
4 tracks
October 11, 2024

Becker
SWMRS
9 tracks
August 9

Funeral Soundtrack #4
Destroy Boys
11 tracks
July 18

Should’ve Been Me
Destroy Boys
5 tracks
July 12

Macro
Brijean
12 tracks
June 6

Boyfeel
Destroy Boys
4 tracks
March 13

Empty Eddy
Ultra Q
10 tracks
October 27, 2023

Sonic Tonic
SWMRS
8 tracks
October 27

Sonic Tonic
SWMRS
8 tracks
October 27

Sonic Tonic
SWMRS
8 tracks
August 31

Ultra Q on Audiotree Live
Ultra Q•
Audiotree
6 tracks
June 9

My Guardian Angel
Ultra Q
12 tracks
June 6

Saturday
Ultra Q
5 tracks
April 25

Rocket
Ultra Q
4 tracks

October 31, 2025

Patiently (Barzo Remix)
Trails and Ways
1 tracks
September 30

The Story Of (Everybody's Gonna Die Today)
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
September 30

Patiently
Trails and Ways
1 tracks
September 3

My Sloop
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
August 21

Eat Fight Own
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
August 12

Cards On The Table
Jay Som
3 tracks
July 25

Fifth of July
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
July 9

Float / A Million Reasons Why
Jay Som
2 tracks
June 26

here comes the sun
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
May 2

Call It (Turbotito Remix)
PREP•
Eddie Chacon•
Turbotito
1 tracks
February 3

Little Dominoes
The Heavenly States
1 tracks
January 10

Let The Devil In
Eddie Chacon
3 tracks
November 13, 2024

End Of The World
Eddie Chacon
2 tracks
October 22

Ghost
Fashion Club•
Jay Som
1 tracks
October 10

Empire (feat. John Carroll Kirby)
Eddie Chacon
1 tracks
September 13

Emo Kids
SWMRS
1 tracks
August 8

You Hear Yes
Destroy Boys•
Scowl•
Mannequin Pussy
1 tracks
July 26

SURE AS SH*T!
SWMRS
1 tracks
June 21

DELONGESONG
SWMRS
1 tracks
June 5

Euphoric Avenue
Brijean
3 tracks