NPR First Listen of New Beach House Album

Beach House's new album, Bloom, coming out on Tuesday, May 15th. While browsing the racks of Schoolkids Records, Myth started playing, followed by a few others from the album. I enjoyed listening to Bloom so much that I wanted to stay and listen to the whole album. I did find out that NPR is already hosting a Free Listen of the entire album on its website and it is fantastic. Have a listen for yourself.

Track Review: Myth by Beach House

Beach House, the Balitmore, MD dream-pop duo has done it again. "Myth", a single from their up-and-coming release, Bloom (May 2012), is nothing short of amazing. Though I expected a deviation from the norm of Victoria Legrand's dreamy vocals, Alex Scally's flanged guitars, and subtle drum-beats, what I got instead was more of the same, and it was perfect. "Myth" is a track that would fit well on Devotion (2008) or Teen Dream (2010), and is certainly welcome on Bloom. The big question is, will the rest of the album sound similar to this track? I can't wait to find out!


Myth by Beach House

Artist Review (Forecastle Preview Edition): Wye Oak

Fans of Walking Dead might recognize Wye Oak. Their single "Civilian" from their 2011 LP, Civilian, was played during the trailer of the show's second season. However, for those who don't watch The Walking Dead, this band might be new to you, as they were new to me until I saw them on the Forecastle lineup.

Wye Oak is a duo indie folk/rock band out of Baltimore, MD consisting of Andy Stack (drums, keyboards, and backup vocals) and Jenn Wasner (vocals and guitar). Wasner's vocals and guitar playing style reminds me a lot of bands, such as Beach House and Modest Mouse. The overall genre is reminiscent of Pavement, Wilco, Sonic Youth, and The Pixies. So, if you like soft vocals, heavy guitar, and catchy drum beats mixed with early indie rock influence, this band is for you.

This band likely already has a strong fan base and after checking out Civilian, I am hoping to get a chance to see their live performance if I can squeeze them into what is already a packed Saturday during Forecastle.

Holy Holy

Dog Eyes

Civilian

Doubt