Observer Drift is an American project started in 2011 by musician from Minneapolis Collin Daniel Ward.[1][2] Ward is a young college student and musician who creates music in his basement and bedroom.[3] His debut album Corridors was self-released on January 12, 2012.[4][5] The debut album explores themes such as dreams that people have and memories of young childhood.[6] Fjords, Observer Drift's second release, revolves around themes of growth and change.[7][8] Ward's music is a blend of Dream pop and Shoegaze with atmospheric and electronic elements.[9] In 2012 Ward was named one of Minneapolis' top 10 "Picked to Click" in Minneapolis based City Pages. Ward also has a second music project with his brother, Matthew. They released their self-titled album, Northward, early in 2014, which has been featured on 89.3 The Current.

Observer Drift
Birth nameCollin Daniel Ward
OriginMinneapolis, United States
GenresDream pop, Indie, Shoegaze, Chillwave
Years active2011–present

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References

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  1. ^ Observer Drift Talks Minneapolis, Bandcamp, the Recording Process, and More
  2. ^ "BACKWARDS". ASCAP. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved August 3, 2024.
  3. ^ Observer Drift’s Collin Ward on the power of the home studio and the internet
  4. ^ Interview with Observer Drift
  5. ^ Observer Drift making chill waves with escapist debut
  6. ^ Interview with Observer Drift
  7. ^ Observer Drift: Fjords
  8. ^ Review: Observer Drift - Fjords
  9. ^ Observer Drift profile