Hungarian electronic-pop duo shares unique video
Swim Swim Naked are a Budapest-based electronic-pop duo from Hungary, founded in 2024 by singer Krisztina Nagy and producer Dani Makkay, who take the stage in bold jumpsuits and surround themselves with a tangle of colorful cables. Their project blends melodic pop elements with electronic music, featuring experimental rhythms and a unique mix of unusual sounds, such as splashing water.
Their debut EP, Octopus (February 2024), invites listeners on a shared “swim,” from the first splash to a deep dive. Their message focuses on supporting freedom, creativity, and an open-minded way of thinking. Their latest EP, Sepiida, will be released in 2025 and holds many surprises.
Musically, Cool dives into a funkier sound than previous releases – blending catchy melodies, vocal harmonies, and a fresh twist from an unexpected new instrument: the kazoo. But beneath the groove, there’s a deeper message: “Cool is about staying true to yourself, choosing kindness, and remaining good in a world that often feels upside down. Growing up comes with challenges – we start to see that things aren’t as simple as they seemed in childhood. But even as people, places, and life itself change, this song reminds us to embrace who we are, to value creativity, respect differences, and believe that being kind is still the coolest thing of all.” – said tha band.
The visual world of the video is dreamy and stylized, seen through a childlike lens with soft pastels and playful details. Everyday objects and small pleasures take center stage, in locations like the pool, locker room, showers, sauna, and reception. Characters include a receptionist, a cleaner, a lifeguard, kids, and even a man singing in the shower. Interestingly, there’s only one professional actor in the entire video – ifj. Vidnyánszky Attila, who plays the lead role. Everyone else featured in the video are close friends and family of the band — including Dani’s grandmother!
The duo has also made their presence known internationally, performing at DIY parties in Stockholm and Copenhagen, where they brought their vibrant and experimental sound to new audiences in grassroots, underground settings. The band has played at the international Sofar Sounds project in Debrecen, and has supported popular bands such as Kadebostany from Switzerland and Cari Cari from Austria.
