Remind Me Tomorrow

Remind Me Tomorrow marks a radical sonic pivot for Sharon Van Etten, moving away from the folk-inflected indie rock of 'Are We There' toward a dark, synth-heavy palette. Produced by John Congleton, the album was written while Van Etten was pregnant, attending school for psychology, and auditioning for acting roles, including a part in 'The OA.' This period of intense personal transition is reflected in the album's thematic focus on motherhood, aging, and the reconciliation of past and present selves. The record is anchored by the Jupiter 4 synthesizer, which provides the ominous, drone-like foundation for tracks like 'Jupiter 4' and 'Memorial Day.' Critically, it was hailed as a masterpiece of her career, with 'Seventeen' becoming an instant classic for its poignant exploration of gentrification and youth. It stands as her most assertive and sonically adventurous work to date.