Oxford, UK-based Progressive/Space Rock outfit Lunar Kites has delivered live video for “Pink Lounge,” a standout track from their debut album, “The DoomStar Chronicles.” The new visual documentation captures the band in action, offering fans an immersive glimpse into the sonic tapestry that defines their unique blend of Art Rock sensibilities and interstellar ambition.
Watch the live video for “Pink Lounge” recorded at the 02 Academy in Oxford, via the YouTube player below:
“The DoomStar Chronicles,” which arrived on June 21, 2026, is heralded as a true “cosmic journey through space rock.” The album successfully marries raw indie grit with intricate guitar melodies, all layered over rich synth arrangements that define the band’s signature sound. Lyrically, Lunar Kites invites listeners deep into speculative fiction, exploring themes of distant moons, dystopian futures, Earth-bound pollution, and the complexities of dysfunctional droids—a narrative scope matched only by their musical ambition. The local press has already taken notice; Nightshift, Oxford’s premier music magazine, praised the record as “the perfect grooving soundtrack for an intergalactic road trip.”
The live performance video zeroes in on “Pink Lounge,” a track that encapsulates the band’s playful yet expansive worldview. Lunar Kites even provide context for the song’s setting, noting that “Pink Lounge is the coolest place in the whole solar system, in the asteroid belt, where Martians, Venusians, and Eartlings can enjoy the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster cocktail.” This blend of high-concept Sci-Fi imagery with palpable musical energy makes the live recording a must-watch for fans of Progressive and Space Rock.
The album’s depth is evident across its eight tracks, which include epic journeys like “Interstellar Shout” and “Space Wizard,” alongside powerful tracks such as “Epilogue” and “Heavy Air.” The full scope of “The DoomStar Chronicles” showcases the collective talent of the band members: Tim Masters handles guitar and synths, Roger Bowley anchors the bass lines, Jason Foster contributes intricate guitar work, Andrew Findlay drives the rhythm section on drums, and Antonio Serrano provides lead vocals and samples. Adding a unique narrative dimension to the record is special guest Geraldine Peers, who delivers spoken-word passages on “The Final Voyage of the P7E.” The entire project was meticulously crafted by Antonio Serrano, who also recorded, mixed, and produced the album, with mastering handled by Tim Turan.
Lunar Kites continue to solidify their reputation as pioneers in modern Progressive/Art and Space Rock, proving that their sound is as vast and complex as the cosmos they sing about. For those ready to embark on this sonic odyssey, the full experience of “The DoomStar Chronicles” awaits.
Discover Lunar Kites’ debut album “The DoomStar Chronicles” on bandcamp: https://lunarkites.bandcamp.com/album/the-doomstar-chronicles
Tracklist:
01. Interstellar Shout 04:23
02. Space Wizard 05:02
03. Rivers 04:30
04. Epilogue 05:10
05. Pink Lounge 04:17
06. The Final Voyage of the P7E 05:17
07. Heavy Air 04:39
08. Avoid All Droids 05:01
Lineup:
Tim Masters / Guitar & Synths
Roger Bowley / Bass
Jason Foster / Guitar
Andrew Findlay / Drums
Antonio Serrano / Lead Vocals & Samples
Special Guest:
Geraldine Peers / Spoken-Word on “The Final Voyage of the P7E“