Conor Kelly and Chase Bader are the pair behind indie-pop sensation Oh Buddy! Life-long creative partners that have already shown musical promise across their careers, the duo now come together, collaborating with Grammy-winning producer Nick Lobel to craft a fresh and contemporary sound used by brands like Grand Wagoneer and Amazon thanks to their partnership with sync agency Ghostwriter.
The latest single from Oh Buddy!, ‘Disappear’, is one of their most vibrant musical experiences left. A sunset of love-drenched soulful grooves, the band bring nostalgic, gently passionate vocals, glittering soundscapes and a joyous, simple approach to their lyricism. The easy-going nature of the track is so naturally infectious the track seems to engulf your spirit, transporting you to a seaside destination. Their indie-pop sound infuses perfectly with the music, the funky guitars and soaring synths bringing a contemporary pop feeling whilst the vocals and harmony ooze a glowing familiarity.
The duo shares, “Disappear is a song we started writing during the pandemic inspired by a long-distance relationship. The message became about overcoming the adversity of the distance and how you find little ways to stay in touch and grow a connection. The song has taken many forms over the years, but this is the one that feels the most complete and true to the original emotions of the song when we wrote it in 2020. We knew the idea was special, but it took some time for us to mature and grow as artists to bring it to its fullest potential.
It’s a song about escaping the stress of everyday life and cherishing those sweet, simple moments with someone you love. It’s a subtle, yet profound idea, and we wanted to create something that feels like a breath of fresh air, where you can let the world disappear and just be in the moment. These days, that can be a tall order, but we really hope ‘Disappear’ resonates with others the way it does with us.”