Phoebe Rings is a dream-pop band offering a unique blend of introspective yearning with celestial danceable grooves. Their self-titled debut EP, a hopeful collection of musings, out October 18, 2024 on Carpark Records, is a testament to the distinctive musical style of Auckland jazz-school-trained pianist and songwriter Crystal Choi. Across six tracks, the EP is a love letter to some of the bands influences: Studio Ghibli films, Zelda and Stardew soundtracks, Bossa Nova, Stereolab, and 90s Korean ballads.

In 2020, the band played their first gig in a funny side room during a festival at Auckland Town Hall. Chois songwriting was brought to life with Alex Freer on drums, Simeon Kavanagh– Vincent on guitar and synths, and Benjamin Locke on bass. Ch