Aquilo

Aquilo are an English musical duo formed by Tom Higham and Ben Fletcher in Silverdale, Lancashire. Their music sits within the atmospheric electro-pop and dream-pop space, marked by hushed vocals, layered synths and melancholic, introspective songwriting, drawing comparisons to acts like London Grammar. The pair built an early following through streaming and word of mouth before releasing their debut album, Silhouettes, in January 2017.

The duo's sound favors restraint and space over bombast, with soft electronic textures underpinning emotionally direct lyrics about loss, distance and longing. Tracks such as «Silhouette», «Losing You» and «Better Off Without You» showcase their knack for quiet, cinematic builds rather than conventional pop hooks, giving their catalogue a cohesive, mood-driven feel.

Aquilo have continued to release music beyond their debut, maintaining a niche but devoted audience drawn to their calm, emotionally resonant style. Their work has found a home in playlist-driven and sync-friendly listening contexts, reflecting the genre's broader appeal for understated, feeling-forward electronic pop.