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The Soft Moon - The Soft Moon

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The Soft Moon is the debut studio album by the American musical project of the same name, spearheaded by Luis Vasquez. Released in 2010 through the independent label Captured Tracks, the record features a lo-fi, dark aesthetic blending post-punk and darkwave elements. Vasquez largely wrote and recorded the album himself, creating an atmospheric sound characterized by driving synth basslines and harsh vocals.

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Who made The Soft Moon's self-titled debut album?

The Soft Moon was the solo project of Luis Vasquez, who wrote, recorded and produced the album. It was released by Captured Tracks on 16 November 2010.

What genres influence The Soft Moon?

The album blends post-punk, darkwave, industrial textures and repetitive electronic patterns. Captured Tracks identifies influences including Suicide, Joy Division, Bauhaus and Krautrock.

Where was The Soft Moon recorded?

Luis Vasquez recorded the album in his apartment over roughly a year. That home-recorded origin helps explain its lo-fi atmosphere and tightly controlled, one-person production.

What came next in The Soft Moon's discography?

The Total Decay EP followed in 2011, and the album Zeros arrived in 2012. Both releases expanded the project beyond the stark sound of the 2010 debut.

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