LA-based indie rock act marries gripping riffs and glistening pop sensibility on new tracks

Chavar Dontae has unveiled his new EP, Too Much.

The West Coast artist splays mesmerizing pop layers with smooth RnB tones and riveting rock riffs on the new collection. Dontae’s rich vocal sets a fitting narration to the uplifting tracks, which offer a timely dose of positivity and strength in adversity.

Bringing a fresh confluence of indie-pop stylings to the fore, singer-songwriter Chavar Dontae moulds a true melting pot of influences, drawing on his Brazilian roots, Midwest upbringing and subsequent move to Los Angeles. Dontae hones a catchy, bold soundscape, rooted in the consciousness of real-life scenarios, struggle and triumph.

After graduating from music school, Dontae made the move to Los Angeles, finding traction with the release of 2019 EP Keep My Cool. The tracks splayed vibrant synth pop with smooth RnB beats, with the genre-bending collection hitting the iTunes Alternative Chart in multiple countries.

The subsequent acclaim saw Dontae land a raft of high-profile support slots for Mike Posner, Marc Rebillet and Vinyl Theater, as well as sharing festival stages with Billie Eilish, Rise Against & Run The Jewels.

The Too Much cycle has hit just as hard. The mesmerizing indie-rock title track was followed by “All White M1”, wowing listeners with its soulful stylings and infectious hooks. Latest single "Rain", the final stop before the album drop, showcases Dontae's unique blend of rich melodies, crafty riffs and a positive, hopeful message.

Indeed, Too Much is a mesmerizing and diverse set of tracks, with Dontae seamlessly weaving his cultured musical backgrounds into the fabric of the delicious five-track.

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