Suddenly

Released in 2020, 'Suddenly' represents Dan Snaith's most personal work under the Caribou moniker. Following the massive success of the dance-oriented 'Our Love', Snaith retreated into a more fragmented creative process, reportedly sifting through over 900 sketches to find the 12 tracks that made the final cut. The album is characterized by its 'sudden' stylistic shifts - a technique where tracks pivot mid-song into entirely different genres, reflecting the unpredictable nature of life. Lyrically, the album moves away from the universal themes of love and towards specific, domestic reflections on family, loss, and the passage of time. Critics noted the increased prominence of Snaith's own vocals and the sophisticated use of sampling, which draws from soul, rap, and folk. It stands as a bridge between his experimental 'Swim' era and the pop sensibilities of his later work, cementing his reputation as a producer capable of immense emotional depth.