Pablo's Paintings
The Moon Underwater
Words: Music News Monthly
Photos/Artwork: Pablo's Paintings
Photos/Artwork: Pablo's Paintings
Pablo’s Paintings return with a new single titled The Moon Underwater, released today December 19th via Mönch Records. The track marks the band’s first release in some time and acts as an introduction to their forthcoming EP Piece Of Work, due in the new year.
Formed in 2018 by long term collaborators Matt Allison, Dom Richmond and Jon Richmond, Pablo’s Paintings began as a space for half finished ideas before developing into a defined project. From the outset, the band focused on melody, vocal harmony and an offbeat approach to songwriting, drawing loosely from 60s garage and alternative pop without settling into one fixed direction.
Formed in 2018 by long term collaborators Matt Allison, Dom Richmond and Jon Richmond, Pablo’s Paintings began as a space for half finished ideas before developing into a defined project. From the outset, the band focused on melody, vocal harmony and an offbeat approach to songwriting, drawing loosely from 60s garage and alternative pop without settling into one fixed direction.
The group’s sound has shifted again with the addition of a new drummer earlier this year, giving recent recordings a broader and heavier feel. The Moon Underwater reflects that change, leaning into repetition and texture while still holding onto the band’s melodic instincts. The track was recorded at Eiger Studios, where Dom Richmond produces the band’s material.
Visually, the project remains self contained. All artwork and visuals are created by Richmond, with the single’s cover linking into recurring themes that will run throughout the EP.
Earlier releases earned support from BBC Introducing, festival slots at Kendal Calling and Sound City, and shows alongside White Fence and Ben Ottewell. The Moon Underwater signals a clear next phase, setting the tone for what Pablo’s Paintings are building toward next.
Visually, the project remains self contained. All artwork and visuals are created by Richmond, with the single’s cover linking into recurring themes that will run throughout the EP.
Earlier releases earned support from BBC Introducing, festival slots at Kendal Calling and Sound City, and shows alongside White Fence and Ben Ottewell. The Moon Underwater signals a clear next phase, setting the tone for what Pablo’s Paintings are building toward next.