Psychic Chasms cover

Psychic Chasms

Neon Indian · 2009

59 min · 20 tracks · synth-pop

A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi synths and dreamlike melodies that evoke a nostalgic haze.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy, nostalgic soundscapes
  • short, immersive listening experiences
  • layered, ethereal textures
  • playful and whimsical vibes
  • contemplative late-night sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2009, 'Psychic Chasms' was Neon Indian's debut album, marking a significant entry into the chillwave movement. At this point, Alan Palomo had already gained attention through his prior project Vega, but this album established him as a key figure in the emerging genre known for its fusion of electronic music and retro aesthetics.
Stylistic neighbors
Toro y Moi· Washed Out· Empire of the Sun

Tracklist

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

  • 1 (AM) 0:25
  • 2 Deadbeat Summer 4:02
  • 3 Laughing Gas 1:43
  • 4 Terminally Chill 3:30
  • 5 (If I Knew, I’d Tell You) 0:47
  • 6 6669 (I Don’t Know If You Know) 3:20
  • 7 Should Have Taken Acid With You 2:21
  • 8 Mind, Drips 3:08
  • 9 Psychic Chasms 4:06
  • 10 Local Joke 3:26
  • 11 Ephemeral Artery 2:51
  • 12 7000 (reprise) 0:55
  • 13 Sleep Paralysist 4:32
  • 14 Deadbeat Summer (Toro y Moi remix) 2:59
  • 15 Should Have Taken Acid With You (Body Language remix) 3:19
  • 16 (If I Knew, I’d Tell You) (Javelin remix) 3:10
  • 17 Mind, Drips (Bibio remix) 4:13
  • 18 Terminally Chill (Yacht remix) 3:53
  • 19 Ephemeral Artery (Antlers remix) 3:01
  • 20 Local Joke (Dntel remix) 3:52

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