Berlin-based synth-wave band Dina Summer recently released their highly anticipated second album ‘Girls Gang’ via Iptamenos Discos. Donning a decadent sound described by Resident Advisor as “dark disco meets EBM”, Dina Summer is a collaborative project formed of electro-punk band Frittenbude member Kalipo and dark-disco DJ & producer duo Local Suicide. Their previous work includes the critically acclaimed 2022 album ‘Rimini’, which offers a nostalgic dive into retro disco vibes, along with the 2021 EP “Who Am I” and 2024 EP ‘Hide & Seek’.
They also contributed to Curses’ ‘Next Wave Acid Punx‘ compilation, participated in Purple Mag x radiooooo’s “2070” project, and performed at Reeperbahn Festival’s prestigious ‘Collide Session‘. With millions of streams and worldwide radio airplay, Dina Summer’s music has earned spots on numerous Spotify and Apple Music editorial playlists and has been supported by DJs like Charlotte De Witte, Vitalic, The Hacker, DJ Harvey, Âme, Dixon, Joris Voorn & DJ Hell.
Their releases have been praised by major publications such as DJ Mag, Mixmag, Groove, Resident Advisor, Spiegel Online, Musikexpress, Rolling Stone, Tsugi, ELLE, Penthouse and FAZE among others while their singles got played over 10.000 times by worldwide radios. The new album is a versatile collection of 11 tracks that delve into themes such as empowerment, outsiderhood, impermanence, nostalgia, and relationships. While their debut album was characterized by its club-centric sound, drawing from Italo disco and ’90s electro influences, this new release explores a richer palette of new wave, post-punk, and synth-pop.
The sophomore longplayer is more song-oriented, often featuring real bass and guitar, and showcases a more vocal-driven performance from frontwoman Dina, incorporating more singing alongside her trademark spoken words. Yet, it retains the same catchy melodies Dina Summer is known for, offering both indie pop hymns and a few undeniable club anthems. Now the trio are back with a number of club versions & remixes by befriended artists such as the legendary DJ Hell, dark disco all-star Damon Jee, Italian stallion Phunkadelica & French singer/ producer and film composer The Populists (aka Yan Wagner) while they are kicking off their extensive Europe tour!
Release Date: 25/04/2025