“…topical, timely, and essential for everyone…”
— Ones to Watch
“Pillowprince shows the beauty that thrives within a community where radical acceptance and shared joy aren’t inhibited by false norms imposed by people...
…this band is important; it helps that their music is absolutely infectious and brilliant in its own right.”
— Everything Is Noise
“…poignant lyricism paired with good-natured satire culminating into an impressive signature sound.”
— Get Some Magazine
“Pillowprince flips the script—choosing laughter, loud guitars, and unfiltered joy over fear. A must-hear for fans of cathartic, high-energy resistance.”
— Last Day Deaf
“...a catchy, clever, and integral piece of queer art…
…relatable and jabbing lyrics, fun melodies, catchy hooks, and above all…TRUTH!”
— Start Track
“Some breakup songs wallow in misery - ‘Mercurial’ throws a party in the wreckage. The Oakland trio’s debut single transforms relationship autopsy into shoegaze celebration…
Lee’s songwriting explores queer perspectives on romance with striking imagery.
…Pillowprince has mastered the art of finding comfort in contradiction.”
— B-Side Guys
“…has cemented itself amongst the underground Indie scene as a freshly modern take on the traditional tropes of Shoegaze melancholy…
Fans of Wolf Alice and first-wavers like Slowdive and My Bloody Valentine will appreciate the melodious ebb and flow between Indie Pop and ambient 80s Dream Rock that Pillowprince have to offer.”
— Boot Magazine
“…a band that manages to merge the best of alternative rock with shoegaze, providing a freshness that is difficult to ignore.
That ability to move between dramatic and playful gives Pillowprince a unique versatility, making them stand out within a scene that can sometimes feel saturated…”
— Oleada
“…from the deep Oakland Indie/underground scene are the doomy/shoegazy Pillowprince. With great songcraft and introspective lyrics, it hits the healing spot just right in these turbulent times”
— Ghost Cult Magazine