Electric Surf by Kioea

Kioea's newest EP, Electric Surf, is a radiant fusion of surf rock, psychedelia, and Eastern music influences. Frontwoman Carand Burnet finds her muse in the transcendent sounds of the sitar and tanpura, which elevate her electric guitar melodies. Expect the driving beats and catchy hooks of the band's previous compositions, complemented by spacious moments.

Listening to genre-defying albums like Alice Coltrane's "Journey in Satchidananda" and The Moody Blues' "In Search of the Lost Chord" shaped the creation of Electric Surf. These albums, along with studying North Indian Classical Raga singing, inspired Burnet to incorporate atmospheric layers of tanpura and vocals into the EP.

A commitment to the healing properties of music, instilled through Eastern spiritual practices, has motivated Burnet to create Electric Surf. The artist is grateful to channel this energy in the company of new band members and bring this sound to a broader audience.

Burnet adds: "Music and its mystical vibrations are a healing force. In discovering my singing voice, everything serendipitously came together to create Electric Surf."

Tracklist

1.	Orca	3:14

2.	Canyon Wren	4:27

3.	Sun Fish	3:32

4.	Paloma	2:38

5.	Electric Surf	5:35

6.	Province Lands	3:44

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Credits

released June 7, 2025

Carand Burnet • Guitar, Sitar, Synth, Vocals
Neil Collins • Bass
Matt Wilson • Drums

Recorded by Joni Elfers, Prism Analog
Mixed by Dan Horne
Mastered by Adrian Morgan

Field recordings, sitar, synth, and vocals recorded by Carand Burnet
All songs by Carand Burnet

“Province Lands” commissioned by Genevieve Morin and recorded live at Simplify Yoga Retreat, North Truro, MA

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