Turning Existential Tension Into Sound

Close to Monday craft their sound through a fusion of new wave aesthetics and the cinematic scope of modern electronic music. Drawing inspiration from Depeche Mode and Duran Duran, the duo balances dark elegance with the radiant pulse of synth-pop expression.

Their distinctive approach has earned them acclaim across Europe, including a Top 3 placement on the Deutsche Alternative Charts. Their visually arresting music videos — including the award-winning “Guns” — have been recognized at film festivals in London, Rome, and Paris. In 2024 and 2025, Close to Monday brought their immersive live experience to World Art Dubai and the Bandlink showcase.

Even their logo carries meaning: inspired by Scandinavian runes symbolizing strength, success, and time — a reflection of the band’s belief in music as both shield and compass for those finding their own path.

With “Breakdown Simulations,” Close to Monday once again turn existential tension into sound — transforming fragility into momentum, collapse into creation.

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