This new project is the brainchild of Philly-based collaborators Aaron Sternick and Timothy Tebordo, two longtime musical partners who've been making waves together for years. They first teamed up in the post-punk trio tinmouth, where they honed their skills in raw, energetic indie rock. From there, things got experimental—Aaron produced Timothy's sampladelic krautboogie records Cantuitone and Atata Tension, while Aaron sharpened his production edge in 2024 with his house project livv and collabs with rising Philly pop creators. Timothy, meanwhile, dove deep into the archives with the bloozy dub vibes of bogdoddy tarnish.
Then, in 2025, they reconvened with zero pressure and pure creative flow. In just two sessions, they sketched out the 10 tracks that became Maglev Dreams—a subconscious web of influences turning into irresistible grooves, hooks, and jams. Aaron handles production, drum programming, keys, bass, guitars, engineering, and mixing, while Timothy brings vocals, guitars, keys, drums, and co-production. It's that perfect balance of technical precision and loose, inspired experimentation.
"World Behind the World" captures this fusion beautifully—think frictionless travel on a classic Roland TR-909 rhythm, nodding to legends like The Beatles for melodic warmth, Frankie Knuckles for house soul, Arthur Russell for avant-garde tenderness, Bootsy Collins for funky swagger, and even Scritti Politti and Gap Band riding the Trans-Europe Express (Kraftwerk vibes, anyone?). It's got that indie dance pulse that makes you want to move, layered with lo-fi pop intimacy and bedroom pop charm that feels like it was cooked up in a cozy home studio late at night.
What makes this stand out in today's scene is how it taps into the ongoing love for genre-blending in indie and electronic spaces. We're seeing more and more artists mix lo-fi textures with danceable beats, pulling from retro influences while keeping things fresh and personal. Bedroom pop and lo-fi indie have exploded on playlists, with dreamy, introspective sounds dominating chill sessions, study vibes, and late-night drives. dreamwire takes that foundation and adds a layer of rhythmic propulsion—it's not just chill; it's got momentum, like a maglev train gliding effortlessly toward tomorrow.
In a world where independent artists are pushing boundaries with home-recorded magic, this feels like the next evolution: nostalgic yet futuristic, intimate yet groove-heavy. If you've been vibing to playlists full of hazy indie pop or lo-fi dance cuts, "World Behind the World" is the perfect addition to your rotation.
What do you think of this sound? Does it give you those dreamy, dance-floor-in-your-bedroom feels? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I'd love to hear if this track's got you moving or melting into the couch!
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