Candy Claws was an American dream pop group formed in Fort Collins, Colorado. It was formed in 2007 by Hank Bertholf and Ryan Hover, who shared interests in "electronics, droning shoegaze rock, and classic psychedelic pop.", as well as lyrics informed by their love of natural history. History In 2009, the band released their debut album, In the Dream of the Sea Life, which was inspired by Rachel Carson's book The Sea Around Us. Originally released by Wave Magic label, it was re-released by Irish independent label Indiecater Records and earned enthusiastic reviews from the international music press. In 2010, the Twosyllable Records released the band's follow-up album, Hidden Lands, which was inspired by Richard M. Ketchum's The Secret Life of the Forest. During this time, Candy Claws also assembled an expanded eight-piece touring band for live performances. The band's third album, Ceres & Calypso in the Deep Time, was released in 2013. In 2014, Ryan and Karen formed a new band, Sound of Ceres, featuring the members of The Apples in Stereo and The Drums. The band released their debut album, Nostalgia for Infinity in 2016. Band members Ryan Hover — synthesizer, vocals Hank Bertholf — guitar, vocals Karen Hover (McCormick) — vocals, percussion, keyboard Discography Studio albums In the Dream of the Sea Life (2009) Hidden Lands (2010) Ceres & Calypso in the Deep Time (2013) EPs and singles Daytrotter Session (2010) Verana Summers (2011) Compilation albums Glacier Prey (2009) Warm Forever (2010) Other releases Two Airships / Exploder Falls (2008) (an alternate soundtrack to Werner Herzog's film The White Diamond) Dreamland Soundtrack - Season 1 (2011) Do You Ever Feel That Way (2012) (a Starflyer 59 cover, with Mike Adams At His Honest Weight) References External links Dream pop musical groups American shoegaze musical groups Noise pop musical groups Indie pop groups from Colorado 2007 establishments in Colorado Musical groups established in 2007 Culture of Fort Collins, Colorado