The Pacific Northwest duo of Dylan Steed and Henry Lingg blend layered guitars, complex vocal harmonies, vibraphone, Rhodes piano, lush synths, and cinematic percussion into a sweeping, maximalist art-rock sound.
Their music is crafted for listeners who crave emotionally rich, narrative-driven albums. Lanterns—their 13-song debut—delivers a powerful, art-pop/alternative sound that will resonate with audiences looking for depth, beauty, and challenging, intelligent songwriting.
Formed in Seattle in 2025, Waxling brings together two lifelong multi-instrumentalists with a history of collaboration on local stages, including performances as “The Moon Kids” with members of Asterhouse.
Dylan and Henry’s shared vision is to create music that feels like a journey—lyrical storytelling underscored by intricate arrangements. This debut album marks the culmination of years of writing, experimenting, and refining a sound that is as emotionally intense as it is sonically expansive.
LANTERNS
Released in July 2025, Lanterns is a 13-track exploration of memory, love, trauma, and redemption. From hushed, music-box-like vignettes to soaring rock anthems, Waxling draws listeners into a world where vulnerability meets catharsis.
The record is structured as a complete narrative arc: medleys link songs seamlessly, lyrical motifs recur, and the closing track circles back to the opening line, creating a continuous emotional cycle.
The album offers multiple tempos and moods—melancholic ballads, mid-tempo groove-based rockers, and dynamic male/female duets—that fit seamlessly into a modern
playlist.