Abracadabra - peel away (2026) [Hi-Res]

Oakland duo abracadabra, consisting of Hannah Skelton and Chris Niles, has released a six-track EP titled "peel away," combining psych-pop, leftfield electronics, and dubby grooves. The sonic landscape of the release draws inspiration from the musical legacy of Talking Heads, ESG, Tom Tom Club, Stereolab, and Arthur Russell, blending angular synthesizers, layered vocal arrangements, and experimental percussion.

The central theme of the record revolves around deep self-reflection and the examination of social issues. The lead single "face card" questions the myth of self-made success while examining luck and privilege. The track "see-saw" mirrors the mechanical rhythms of modern labor, "into the pail" channels environmental grief and political frustration into catharsis, and "ice cream" uses a simple summer treat to address inequality and an abundance mindset. The closing song "go fix yourself" concludes the duo's philosophical inquiry by advocating for empathy, the normalization of apologies, and the acceptance of human imperfection.

Tracklist:
1. Abracadabra - face card
2. Abracadabra - see-saw
3. Abracadabra - into the pail
4. Abracadabra - peel away
5. Abracadabra - ice cream
6. Abracadabra - go fix yourself