Chinese American Bear return with their third album, Dim Sum & Then Some, a vibrant, playful set shaped by momentum, humour and shared inspirations. Begun immediately after completing their previous record, the album captures a period where ideas flowed freely and fun sat at the centre of everything.</p>
Drawing on what they love most — food, small joys, anthems, fairytales, love and cultural touchstones — Dim Sum & Then Some plays like a colourful snapshot of everyday life, reframed through warmth and lightness. Their sound remains gleefully hard to pin down: psych-pop with a soft-focus glow, bursts of funk, lush arrangements and melodies that lean into excess with a wink.
Often likened to an unlikely meeting point between The Flaming Lips, Dusty Springfield and The Beach Boys, Chinese American Bear balance comedy and craft with ease. Lyrics celebrate simple pleasures — especially eating well — while the music leans fully into joy, groove and maximalist charm.</p>
Released via Moshi Moshi, Dim Sum & Then Some is a bright, generous listen that prizes positivity without losing personality.
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