San Francisco Shoegaze Trio Midrift Announces Debut Album 'Silhouette'

Band shares new single 'over anything' ahead of album release

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:01pm by Ben Kaplan

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A minimalist, abstract illustration featuring jagged black silhouettes in various poses, representing the members of the indie band Midrift and conceptually evoking the sonic textures and emotional tones of their new album 'Silhouette'.The debut album from San Francisco's rising shoegaze trio Midrift promises to showcase the band's evolving sound and creative vision.San Francisco Today

The members of the San Francisco shoegaze trio Midrift were just 16 and 17 years old when their viral hits first caught the attention of the music industry. Now, the band is announcing the release of their highly anticipated debut album 'Silhouette', and have shared the new single 'over anything' as a preview.

Why it matters

Midrift's rapid rise to prominence as teenagers has made them one of the most buzzed-about new acts in the indie/shoegaze scene. Their debut album release is an important milestone that will likely cement their status as rising stars and could propel them to even greater success.

The details

Midrift, consisting of lead vocalist and guitarist Ava Sinclair, bassist Liam Nguyen, and drummer Ethan Zhao, formed the band in their hometown of San Francisco just a few years ago. Their early singles like 'Drifting' and 'Silhouette' went viral on platforms like TikTok, leading to a record deal and the opportunity to now release their first full-length album.

  • Midrift formed the band in San Francisco a few years ago.
  • The band's early singles 'Drifting' and 'Silhouette' went viral on TikTok.
  • Midrift's debut album 'Silhouette' is scheduled for release on June 15, 2026.

The players

Midrift

A San Francisco-based shoegaze trio consisting of lead vocalist and guitarist Ava Sinclair, bassist Liam Nguyen, and drummer Ethan Zhao.

Ava Sinclair

The lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Midrift.

Liam Nguyen

The bassist of the band Midrift.

Ethan Zhao

The drummer of the band Midrift.

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What they’re saying

“We're so excited to finally share our debut album with the world. 'Silhouette' represents the evolution of our sound and the growth we've experienced as a band over the past few years.”

— Ava Sinclair, Lead Vocalist and Guitarist, Midrift

What’s next

Midrift will be embarking on a North American tour to support the release of 'Silhouette' starting in July 2026.

The takeaway

Midrift's rapid rise from teenage unknowns to buzzing indie sensations showcases the power of social media and the continued appeal of the shoegaze genre, especially among younger music fans.