The Undercover Dream Lovers' Matt Koenig Is Living Life on His Own Terms (And You Can, Too)

The indie pop artist's new single 'lies lies lies' is a propulsive anthem about refusing to follow the script

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:22pm

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An extreme close-up of shattered, glittering glass reflecting dramatic studio lighting, conceptually representing the bold, defiant energy of indie pop music.The vibrant, textured visuals of The Undercover Dream Lovers' new album 'atomic house' reflect the artist's refusal to follow the script and belief in the power of creative self-expression.Los Angeles Today

The Undercover Dream Lovers' Matt Koenig pushes back against life's unwritten rules on 'lies lies lies,' a propulsive indie pop anthem that turns doubt into drive and captures what it feels like to choose your own path and actually believe in it. Released as a standout single off his new album 'atomic house,' the track confronts the push-and-pull between belief and expectation, exploding through the tension with sweet harmonies, bold basslines, and hard-edged synths.

Why it matters

In an era when more people are questioning the paths they've been told to follow, 'lies lies lies' serves as a reminder that you have more control over your life than you think. The song taps into a growing desire to reject the 'script' and reorient the direction of one's life, even if the leap only leads to playing a bar show for a few people.

The details

Written with collaborator Zhone, 'lies lies lies' began with its central hook and grew outward through conversation, experimentation, and intention. Koenig and Zhone debated how far to push certain lyrics and whether the chorus should evolve or lock into a repeated and anthemic frame. The result is an immediate, memorable track built to be shouted back.

  • The single 'lies lies lies' was released on February 6, 2026.
  • The album 'atomic house' is out now via SoundOn.

The players

Matt Koenig

The Los Angeles-based musician and producer behind The Undercover Dream Lovers, a solo project he has been actively pushing the bounds of pop music with since 2016.

Zhone

Koenig's collaborator on the song 'lies lies lies.'

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What they’re saying

“At its core, the song is about the people who say things aren't possible – often because they didn't stick it out long enough to catch the right break. There's luck involved in anything creative, but you have to believe in it and stay in the game to even have a shot.”

— Matt Koenig, Musician

“Contrary to the lyrics, my dad was pretty supportive of me making music, but he was realistic – he didn't treat it like a guarantee. There's always that question of whether something will actually work.”

— Matt Koenig, Musician

What’s next

Koenig plans to continue touring and promoting 'atomic house' throughout 2026.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing desire among young creatives to reject the 'script' and reorient the direction of their lives, even if the path is uncertain. 'lies lies lies' serves as a reminder that you have more control over your future than you think, and that committing to what you love is often the most radical choice of all.