Candy Cigarettes is the solo project of Portland-based artist Lane Mueller, blending hazy indie rock with dreamy textures and melodic songwriting. Drawing inspiration from artists like Boards of Canada, Elliott Smith, and ‘90s shoegaze, the project balances nostalgic atmosphere with sharp, immediate hooks. Candy Cigarettes has opened for acts including Crumb, Cannons, Ariel Pink, Luna, and Sorry, building a reputation for immersive live sets that combine guitar-driven arrangements with layered visuals.