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Released 9 years ago this June

B-Sides and Rarities

Beach House · 2017

56 min · 14 tracks · indie rock · ambient · dream pop

Ethereal soundscapes blend with intimate melodies, inviting listeners into Beach House's dreamlike universe.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy soundscapes for introspection
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • intimate melodies for quiet moments
  • peaks of emotion throughout journey

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'B-Sides and Rarities' was released in June 2017, Beach House had established themselves as prominent figures in the dream pop genre through their previous albums like 'Thank Your Lucky Stars' (2015) and 'Depression Cherry' (2015). This compilation came during a period of reflection for the band, showcasing tracks that highlighted their evolution and the creative process behind their atmospheric sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Mazzy Star· Cocteau Twins· Slowdive

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Chariot 5:16
  • 2 Baby 3:02
  • 3 Equal Mind 3:42
  • 4 Used to Be (2008 single version) 4:05
  • 5 White Moon (iTunes session remix) 4:06
  • 6 Baseball Diamond 4:36
  • 7 Norway (iTunes session remix) 3:16
  • 8 Play the Game 4:18
  • 9 The Arrangement 5:04
  • 10 Saturn Song 4:30
  • 11 Rain in Numbers 2:26
  • 12 I Do Not Care for the Winter Sun 3:10
  • 13 10 Mile Stereo (Cough Syrup remix) 5:30
  • 14 Wherever You Go 3:26

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