harmony-rich indie
from the california coast
cardiff state crafts harmony-forward indie folk with emotional precision and desert-warm textures. Based in Carlsbad, CA, the duo blends layered guitars and reflective lyrics to explore change, identity, and acceptance. their new EP, State Line, is out September 4, 2025.
Cardiff State’s new EP, State Line, explores the emotional terrain between longing and acceptance. With sun-soaked guitar tones and an intimate vocal blend, the duo traces the quiet turning points and blurred borders of the world we’re living in. For fans of Watchhouse, Phoebe Bridgers, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
Press for cardiff state single, “Banyan”
-”Dreamy guitar tones” - My Music Mixtape
-”Lush and summery vibe” - Sugarcoat
-”Relatable quality” - Folk Rock Alchemist