On January 31, 2025, London-based duo Lilies on Mars, comprising Lisa Masia and Marina Cristofalo, in collaboration with composer Stefano Guzzetti, released their album Shine. This project seamlessly blends elements of indie, dream pop, and experimental indie rock, resulting in an ethereal soundscape that invites listeners into a world of introspection and release.
The album's creation was a fusion of talents: Elisabetta Masia penned the lyrics, while the music was co-composed by Marina Cristofalo, Stefano Guzzetti, and Elisabetta Masia. The production was a joint effort between Lilies on Mars and Guzzetti, with the latter also handling mixing and mastering duties. The collaboration has been described as an "extraordinary meeting of ethereal, sometimes intimate sounds," combining "pulsating bass riffs, distorted and liquid guitars, electronic drums," and exploring "the deepest dimensions of the human soul."
Shine has been praised for its innovative and emotionally resonant sound, blending pop, shoegaze, electronic, and dream-like textures. The album offers a lush, otherworldly sonic palette that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking, inviting listeners to explore an emotional universe through suspended melodies and intense atmospheres.
This release marks a significant milestone for Lilies on Mars and Stefano Guzzetti, contributing to the vibrant indie music scene with their unique blend of genres and innovative approach to music-making.
