Staying home to write songs and work on their sounds, the two spent years perfecting their music.

[4] In 2012, French tastemaker label, Kitsuné debuted Dwntwn's first single, "See My Eyes",[6] to critical acclaim.

This release led the music to be compared to Ellie Goulding, the soundtrack of the film Drive, Dev[10] and Sia.

[5] With the release of "Red Room", Dwntwn joined Capital Cities and Golden Field for a handful of tour dates.

[6] In April, Dwntwn released their second single, "Missing You",[11] written as a tribute to Leffler's late grandfather.