Today’s musical discovery shines with a gentle brilliance: Deco Halo. The band drew us in with a sound that feels like sunlight breaking through clouds — warm, luminous, and quietly transformative. Their music carries a solar glow, brimming with restorative energy and poetic sensitivity.
Deco Halo’s sonic universe balances contrasts with striking finesse. There’s an acoustic pop foundation at its heart, yet it never feels simplistic. Delicate instruments textures intertwine with graceful melodies, creating songs that breathe, shimmer, and linger. A subtle thread of melancholy runs through their work, adding emotional resonance without ever dimming the light. It’s this tension — between softness and intensity, nostalgia and hope — that makes their sound so captivating.
Curious to learn more about the minds behind this radiant project, we asked Deco Halo five questions. Press play now and read our conversation with them below:
Who is Deco Halo?
Deco Halo is an Ohio-based music duo known for blending elements of rock, indie pop, jazz, and alternative pop into a distinctive, genre-defying sound. The band centers around Renee Paul and Len Rivers, whose musical chemistry drives the band’s emotional and innovative songwriting. Their work often incorporates collaborations with musicians from around the world, giving their music a rich and textured feel that reflects diverse influences. Over time, the duo expanded their creative network by working with other musicians and collaborators, allowing them to explore new directions and push beyond traditional genre boundaries. Their songs are known for blending accessible melodies with thoughtful, emotionally resonant lyrics — appealing to listeners who appreciate both depth and innovation in modern pop and rock music. In short, Deco Halo’s origin lies in a deep musical partnership and a shared drive to create music that feels timeless, expressive, and uniquely their own.
What is the band’s main inspiration?
Deco Halo aims to write songs that help listeners feel something they don’t yet have words for — whether it’s longing, reflection, resilience, or intimacy. Working to translate deep feelings into music seems like a core inspiration. Inspired by diverse sounds and a desire to push boundaries rather than follow trends — they want to make music that’s rich, emotional, and genre-defiant.
Is there a specific creative process behind the songs?
Deco Halo’s songs are primarily written by the core duo — Renee Paul (vocals/lyrics) and Leonard Rivers (instruments/production). They work together to craft both the music and lyrics, combining Paul’s expressive vocal ideas with Rivers’s instrumental and production vision.
A few words about Deco Halo’s latest release?
The song “Broken Pieces” was released at the end of January. It represents Deco Halo’s first dive into electropop. A heavy synth bass sits on top of a driving retro drum beat. The song shares the storying of longing and the torment of an unrequited love.
What’s next?
Future plans include constant writing, recording, and releasing new music. Deco Halo is also exploring live opportunities as a duo, or with a full band.
