About this Playlist
It’s the soundtrack to endless summers, late-night drives, and those moments when the world slows down just enough to let you breathe.
This playlist is a laid-back, sun-drenched escape into the world of indie surf rock, blending breezy guitar riffs, psychedelic grooves, and dreamy melodies. It’s a seamless flow of chilled-out anthems, perfect for cruising coastal roads or lazy afternoons by the beach. At its core are Sticky Fingers, Tash Sultana, Ocean Alley, and Spacey Jane—artists who define the modern indie surf-rock sound with their hypnotic rhythms, reverb-soaked guitars, and effortlessly cool vibes.
Back in 2019, Sticky Fingers welcomed me into their world with “Cool & Calm.” That song was my first taste of Aussie crisp air, swaying under open skies, feeling like I couldn’t be cooler than the track itself. Then came “Australia Street,” where the line “I don’t feel afraid from you” gave me a place to belong, far from home. Tash Sultana’s “Jungle” took me deeper—those layered guitars and looping rhythms cut right through, putting me in a meditative trance. And Chet Faker’s “No Diggity”? It’s the kind of track that either kills you softly or wraps you in peace, no in-between.
The flow is seamless—Sticky Fingers’ reggae-tinged swagger melts into Tash’s psychedelic soundscapes, then drifts into Ocean Alley’s surf-rock warmth. By the time Spacey Jane’s “Booster Seat” arrives, it’s like an old friend hugging you from behind. That song was my most-played track of 2023, proving that even anxiety can sound peaceful when wrapped in jangly guitars and tender lyrics. From start to finish, this playlist isn’t just music—it’s a feeling, a memory, a place where the waves never stop rolling in.
Here’s a tight, vibe-focused description of each track:
Cool & Calm – Sticky Fingers
A slow-burning, sun-drenched groove with lazy reggae rhythms and hazy vocals. That hypnotic bassline and Dylan Frost’s laid-back delivery make it feel like swaying in a hammock at golden hour—effortlessly cool, impossibly smooth.
Jungle – Tash Sultana
A sonic avalanche of looping guitars, percussive beats, and raw emotion. Tash builds layer after layer, turning the track into a meditative trance—it’s euphoric, expansive, and hits like a wave crashing over you.
Yellow Mellow – Ocean Alley
Psychedelic surf-rock at its finest. Breezy harmonies, shimmering guitars, and a groove so laid-back it feels like melting into warm sand. Pure coastal escapism.
No Diggity – Chet Faker
A moody, minimalist flip of the Blackstreet classic. Chet’s smoky vocals and that pulsing bassline turn it into a late-night, dimly-lit-lounge vibe—sultry, slow, and impossibly cool.
Booster Seat – Spacey Jane
An indie-rock hug for the soul. Jangling guitars, heartfelt lyrics, and a chorus that soars like a deep breath of fresh air. It’s the sound of peaceful nostalgia—like driving home under a pink sky.
Each track slips into the next like chapters of the same sunburnt, stoned, coastal dream.
Track Listing
- How To Fly – Sticky Fingers
- Cool & Calm – Sticky Fingers
- Australia Street – Sticky Fingers
- We Can Make the World Glow – Sticky Fingers
- Jungle – Tash Sultana
- Notion – Tash Sultana
- No Diggity – Chet Faker
- Yellow Mellow – Ocean Alley
- Confidence – Ocean Alley
- Knees – Ocean Alley
- Tombstone – Ocean Alley
- Face Like Thunder – The Japanese House
- Saving Up – Dom Dolla
- CAVE (with Tove Lo) – Dom Dolla
- All the Noise – Spacey Jane
- One Bad Day – Spacey Jane
- Lots of Nothing – Spacey Jane
- Feeding the Family – Spacey Jane
- Skin – Spacey Jane
- Hardlight – Spacey Jane
- Booster Seat – Spacey Jane
