Close It Quietly

Close It Quietly, released in 2019 via Sub Pop, represents a peak in the collaborative evolution of Frankie Cosmos as a four-piece band. While Greta Kline remains the primary songwriter, the arrangements on this 21-track collection benefit significantly from the input of bandmates Alex Bailey, Lauren Martin, and Luke Pyenson. Recorded at Figure 8 in Brooklyn with producer Gabe Wax, the album moves away from the stark lo-fi origins of Kline's early Bandcamp releases toward a more intentional, 'hi-fi' indie pop sound. Despite the increased production value, the album maintains the 'anti-folk' spirit of brevity and lyrical transparency. Critics noted that while the songs are short, they feel more structurally complete than on previous efforts. The album explores themes of aging, the shifting nature of friendships, and the struggle to remain present in a chaotic world, all delivered with Kline's characteristic blend of sincerity and irony.