Consisting of Andrea de Varona and Josh Ford, Fake Dad are an alternative pop duo making silky sound waves out of Brooklyn. Creative and romantic partners, the pair’s close relationship allows them to produce a sound that is bursting with intimacy and emotion, pinpointing a signature production style that feels distinct to them whilst familiar and easy on the ears. Since emerging at the turn of the decade, the pair have gone on to release their debut EP Old Baby to strong critical acclaim, and have been in fine form this year with winning tracks “New Machines” and “maybe next year”. Now back with the third single of the year, the pair flaunt an evolving artistry that suggests huge success in the months and years to come.
“Fashion Girl” leans into a classic punk characteristics, with the duo putting their own spin on it. Atop a fast paced, energetic and colour-laden instrumental from Ford, de Varona delivers a performance full of cheek, craft and charisma, sprawling a tongue-in-cheek narrative full of quotable one liners and a catchy hook as the icing on the cake.
Showcasing their individuality and ability to adapt, “Fashion Girl” is an impressive example of the diverse style of Fake Dad, with the pair looking set to continue rising the ranks and augmenting their cherished sound.
Listen to “Fashion Girl”…