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Chariot
Rock · 2017

Chariot

Beach House

Beach House's "Chariot" is a quintessential dream pop single, weaving shimmering synths, reverb-drenched guitars, and Victoria Legrand's ethereal alto into a hazy, melancholic soundscape. It's a track

May 17, 2017 · Mistletone Records

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Imagine floating through a velvet-dark night, bathed in the soft glow of distant city lights or a full moon. "Chariot" is the soundtrack to that feeling, a warm, melancholic embrace woven from shimmering synths, reverb-laden guitars, and Victoria Legrand's impossibly ethereal vocals. It's music that feels both vast and intimate, perfect for quiet introspection, for losing yourself in thought, or for simply letting a wave of beautiful, wistful sound wash over you. Own this if you crave sonic escapism that is deeply emotional yet serenely calm.

Moments Worth Listening For
The way the primary synth melody slowly unfurls, creating an immediate sense of expansive warmth and melancholy.
Victoria Legrand's layered vocal harmonies on the chorus, achieving a truly ethereal and enveloping quality.
The subtle yet persistent shimmer of Alex Scally's guitar, acting as a delicate counterpoint to the synth pads.
The gentle, almost understated drum beat that provides a steady, hypnotic pulse without ever dominating the atmosphere.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Chariot sound next to the rest of Beach House's catalogue?

Self Examination+1.6σ

The writing leans notably further into self examination than the rest of the catalogue.

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