My Infatuation Release New Single: ‘Show and Tell (Frame of Mind)’

For anyone captivated by the resurgence of 80s-inspired sounds, the trans-Atlantic duo Giles and Todd is impossible to ignore. Their music continues to draw inspiration from the era’s new wave, while adding subtle, modern twists. Perhaps “new new wave” is the term that fits best. Regardless, the infatuation for many fans centres on the duo themselves: Giles, the Brit, and Todd, the Yank. Both are versatile, comfortably switching between instruments and sharing the musical load, yet all lyrics and vocals come from Todd.

What’s particularly striking is that Giles and Todd have never met in person. And yet, the trust between them produces music that feels adventurous without tipping into chaos. It’s the kind of collaboration that makes listeners wonder whether they are simply a fleeting fascination or genuinely onto something lasting. Judging by their promise of over half a dozen new songs in 2026, it seems safe to say it’s the latter.

Their latest release, Frame of Mind, is the duo’s fifth single of the year, though notably, it is the very first song they wrote together. The track immediately evokes the synth-heavy textures of classic new wave, yet it is enriched by hints of electric guitar and, in the second chorus, some electric bass. Todd layers in piano and bells, adding further nuance and depth.

Lyrically, Frame of Mind leans on a theme as timeless as music itself: the night, when hormones stir and desire quietly grows. Interestingly, the song’s title is a nod to Giles, who originally named it Frame of Mind. Todd retained this as the subtitle, weaving his own lyrical voice around the original inspiration.

In every note and lyric, Giles and Todd’s collaboration shines. It’s a rare combination of distance-spanning trust and musical synergy, one that leaves fans eagerly anticipating what comes next. With their unique blend of nostalgia and innovation, this trans-Atlantic duo is proving that the new new wave is very much alive.