Watch Out for Carbon City Lights and the Track “Sky Blue”. Carbon City Lights is an indie alt-rock band from San Luis Obispo, California. Their new track, “Sky Blue,” is a steady, emotional journey. It has a calm, flowing sound that fans of Coldplay or Snow Patrol will connect with.

Lead singer Michael Venia says of the track:

“It’s about wanting to protect the innocence of your loved ones who are able to help you forget about the worries of the world or traumas of your past.”
Venia’s voice leads the track with quiet strength. The band builds around him with space and care. The song moves like a slow tide, never rushing. It’s the kind of track that plays well late at night, or when you’re driving without a map. You can imagine it fitting into Spotify playlists like Indie Chillout, Atmospheric Indie, Late Night Vibes, Feel Good Indie Rock, Sad Indie, Indie Pop & Chill, or Moody Indie Mornings.

Carbon City Lights brings together different cultures and life stories. Venia started making music in Saudi Arabia with an accordion. Over time, that turned into full-band arrangements, a stop on The Voice (Season 21), and playing shows with artists like Brett Dennen. The band recently took home two New Times Music Awards for best live performance and best alt-rock song.

Music has been both escape and healing for Venia, who has faced deep personal loss. His songwriting reflects real life, and “Sky Blue” is a strong example of that.