Indie‑psych artist Casey Wells is stepping into 2026 with a track that feels both intimate and expansive. His new single, “Beating Heart”, arriving January 15th, deepens the sonic world he began carving out on his acclaimed debut album Impermanence — but this time, the emotional stakes feel sharper, the production more immersive, and the pull of the music impossible to ignore.

Where Impermanence drifted through themes of change and transience, “Beating Heart” pulses with a more urgent energy. Built around a deep, throbbing synth line and shimmering layers of psychedelic pop, the track blends electronica and dream‑washed textures into something hypnotic. It’s the kind of song that feels like it’s breathing — expanding, contracting, and pulling the listener into its orbit.

Wells’ melodic instincts remain front and centre. The hooks are immediate, but they’re wrapped in a lush, atmospheric world that rewards repeat listens. Beneath the surface, the track leans into introspection, exploring the tension between emotional instinct and rational clarity.

Speaking about the single, Wells explains: “Beating Heart is about having to pull yourself away from a situation after seeking closure. It’s the timeless battle between the head and the heart, except it’s to the point where the head is having an intervention with the heart.”

It’s a sentiment that mirrors the song’s sonic duality — the steady, grounding pulse of the synths set against melodies that feel like they’re drifting just out of reach. The result is arguably Wells’ most ambitious and emotionally resonant work to date.

With “Beating Heart,” Casey Wells continues to evolve his sound while staying true to the atmospheric, introspective style that first caught listeners’ attention. If this single is any indication, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for the rising indie‑psych artist.

About Casey Wells

Charleston‑born singer, songwriter, multi‑instrumentalist, and producer Casey Wells has been shaping his musical world since childhood. Raised on guitar, piano, and viola, he quickly developed a parallel fascination with the art of recording, spending his teenage years crafting homemade demos before formally studying production in college.

After returning to Charleston, Wells released his debut album Impermanence in 2023 — a fully self‑written, performed, and produced project that explores themes of loss, transition, and personal growth. The record highlights both his technical precision and his fluid approach to genre, weaving together elements of pop, rock, electronica, dance, and folk into a cohesive, emotionally resonant whole.

Wells’ sonic identity is shaped by early exposure to the band Boston, a moment that sparked his curiosity about how records are made. His production style later evolved under the influence of Tame Impala’s Currents, alongside inspiration drawn from artists such as Alex G, Flume, and Bright Eyes.

His forthcoming single “Beating Heart” continues this evolution, showcasing Wells’ meticulous attention to detail, instinctive songwriting, and talent for building lush, immersive atmospheres. It marks the next chapter in a growing catalogue defined by introspection, experimentation, and a deep commitment to the craft.

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