The Japanese House is a dream at Reading 2017

We're finally there. The road to The Japanese House's debut album is clear. “I’m focusing on the album now," she tells us earlier in the day. "I’ve got a little studio at the end of my road which I’m going to and writing in every day until I’m either dead or it’s complete.” Let's all hope for the former, because quite frankly imagining a world without Amber Bain's blissed out vibes is a bit of a nightmare. This isn't her first Reading, but as each year progresses, her power to sooth and delight only grows. This time round the feeling is almost palpable - a step up is firmly on the cards. Over the last year or so, Bain has added genuine depth to her sonic world. 'Saw You In A Dream' feels like the cherry on top of a glorious sundae of whipped delights, while 'Face Like Thunder' drips with glorious, honey-like bliss. The build has been a long one, but with the wait nearly over, expect the reveal to be spectacular. <em>Photos: Sarah Louise Bennett / Dork</em>