SPILL NEW MUSIC: NIGHTJACKET – “MY ONLY HEART”

NIGHTJACKET – “MY ONLY HEART”

SONIC UNYON RECORDS

Los Angeles-based dream pop band Nightjacket unveil their latest single, “My Only Heart,” an intimate and soaring love song that encapsulates the glow of devotion. A shimmering blend of ethereal guitars, lush synths, and heartfelt vocals, the track is a sonic love letter, exuding warmth, nostalgia, and undeniable romance.

Written by guitarist/vocalist Jordan Wiggins for his now-wife, Danielle, “My Only Heart” captures the exhilarating feeling of being completely known and loved by another person. With vocalist Andrea Wasse’s expressive voice at the helm, the song marries a grooving rhythm section with rich, swirling guitar textures, embodying both the brightness and grounding nature of true love.

Since 2014, Nightjacket have been a leading presence in Los Angeles’ indie and dream pop scene, crafting lush soundscapes and mesmerizing live performances. Formed by Jordan Wiggins and later joined by Louie Schultz and Andrea Wasse in 2019, Nightjacket channel their shared love of dreamy alternative rock into music that feels both timeless and transportive. Drawing inspiration from bands like Mazzy Star, The Sundays, R.E.M., and Cocteau Twins, their songs weave together intricate guitars, pulsing rhythms, and cinematic production.

“My Only Heart” showcases a slightly more upbeat, groove-driven side of Nightjacket, while still retaining their signature dreamlike atmosphere. The track was mixed by legendary producer Garth Richardson (Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers) and recorded at Schultz’s studio with longtime collaborator Adam Lasus (Lilys, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Yo La Tengo) helming the production.

Marking their second release since signing with Sonic Unyon Records, Nightjacket are set to release their full-length album later this year. “My Only Heart” follows the success of “All of My Friends,” which was recently featured on Apple TV+’s Dark Matter. As the band prepares for their next chapter, “My Only Heart” offers a heartfelt glimpse into the radiant and ever-evolving world they continue to create.

ARTIST QUOTE

I was trying to capture a glimpse of how Danielle makes me feel. She’s so bright, which I think “My Only Heart” conjures with its resonant, swirling guitars and grooving rhythm section. At the same time, she’s down to earth and comforting, which Andrea’s vocals really drive home. The song got faster and faster in tempo the more we worked on it. The demo was significantly slower, and I think the version you hear is maybe the third iteration of recording. Louie [Schultz] (multi-instrumentalist) brought some beautiful strings to the track late in the recording process, partially inspired by the Eurythmics’ “Here Comes the Rain Again.” ~Jordan Wiggins

I think what makes “My Only Heart” unique is that out of our current batch of songs together, this one was born in Jordan’s brain and doesn’t immediately sound like something that came from mine. This is totally Danielle’s song. Even her friends know it as her song. ~Andrea Wasse

Nightjacket
[Single]
(Sonic Unyon)
Release Date: February 14, 2025

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