Smiling Strangers are a charming twee pop outfit from St. Louis, Missouri, featuring Sarah (vocals, keys), Pete (guitar), Violet (bass) and Ben (drums). They make their debut with a self-titled EP that is too delightful not to share. You’ll hear six very nice songs with jangling guitars, irresistible organ melodies, angelic vocals, and clever lyrics. For proof, just listen to The Surveyor, a wonderful tune about conspiracy theorists: “A smiling stranger on the street // Tell me what do you think it means?” From the band name to the cover art to the music, it’s all equally appealing.

The self-titled Smiling Strangers EP is out now digitally and on cassette (self-released).

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