Postiljonen is a

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band from Stockholm, Sweden, formed in 2011 by Mia Bøe (Norwegian), Joel Nostrum Holm (Swedish), and Daniel Sjörs (Swedish). The group has released two albums, ''Skyer'' and ''Reverie'', and one remix EP titled ''All That We Had Is Lost''. In addition to original lyrics, the band incorporates

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'' and '' Breakfast at Tiffany's''. Postiljonen has managed to create a characteristic sound, where ethereal and alluring vocals are interwoven in a mystical, ambient, dreamy and lovable expression. Postiljonen is often compared to the likes of M83,

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Background

Postiljonen released their first studio album ''Skyer'' in 2013. Their style is often compared to M83 and sometimes

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. The group describes themselves as nostalgic dreamers.Postiljonen: Skyer
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Discography

*''Skyer'' (2013) * ''All That We Had Is Lost'' (2014) * ''Reverie'' (Feb 19, 2016)

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Postiljonen Musical groups from Stockholm Swedish dream pop musical groups Musical groups established in 2011