Bubblegum Lemonade have been warming indie hearts since 2007, and their sound has grown right along with us. What once felt like pure twee power pop has stretched into something wider and more textured—sunshine with a few dreamy clouds rolling in.

To Surf With Love is a beach read of a record, the songs connected like snapshots from one seaside summer fling: the bright beginnings, the wistful middle, the waves crashing at the end. Jangling hooks and breezy melodies are still the foundation, but now wrapped in haze, atmosphere, and some shoegaze spray to keep things mysterious.

This is also Laz McCluskey’s second album release of the week—there’s a new Strawberry Whiplash record out too (read our review here), both on Matinée Recordings. They’re not identical twins, but if you love one, you’ll feel right at home with the other. The melodic DNA runs deep.

Seven albums in, Bubblegum Lemonade still eagerly chasing the perfect pop moment. To Surf With Love is proof that a band can evolve while keeping their sparkle intact.

Add to wantlist: Matinée