The Ivy & Lyncs Deliver Nostalgic Indie-Pop on Don’t Fall Asleep To This
Rising indie stars The Ivy and Lyncs join forces on captivating new single, Don’t Fall Asleep To This.
Tulsa-based indie-pop outfit The Ivy has been crafting shimmering synth-driven melodies since their formation at The Academy of Contemporary Music in Oklahoma City. Bursting onto the scene in 2017 with viral hits like Gold and Have You Ever Been in Love, the band quickly cemented their place in the alt-pop landscape. Their collaboration with Lyncs, born from a songwriting trip to Los Angeles, showcases their knack for dreamy, nostalgia-laced sounds that feel effortlessly fresh.
Ultimately, if The 1975 and Only The Poets had an accidental love child, Don’t Fall Asleep To This would be their firstborn. Fusing both the indie and alternative styles that make up this new duo, its infectious energy and sleek vocal production, this upbeat, mid-tempo track is a certified mood booster. Whether you’re dancing around your room or powering through your to-do list, its vibrant hooks and polished sound make it the perfect soundtrack for keeping momentum high.
Opening with a soft, twinkling intro before bursting into a vibrant dance beat, Don’t Fall Asleep To This effortlessly blends delicate production with high-energy momentum. The crisp, articulate vocals shine throughout, and its lyricism offers the listener space to interpret in their own way – whether as a heartfelt reflection on the struggles of a long-distance relationship or the lingering emotions of a breakup where love still lingers.
The song’s structure plays into this storytelling, with the early verses unfolding like a conversation between two lovers. The woman’s loneliness and anticipation contrast with her partner’s reassurances, captured poignantly in the line, “I wouldn’t change a thing when it comes to you and me. But I’m losing all my change in the wishing well, hoping that you don’t see.”
Blending a chill yet trendy sound, Don’t Fall Asleep To This effortlessly fits within the sonic landscape rising through the ranks in 2025.
