Depression Cherry – Beach House

Depression Cherry, released in 2015, marks a refined turn in Beach House’s trajectory—an album that leans deeper into minimalism and dream-pop introspection. Stripping back the more prominent percussion from previous records, the duo prioritise texture, reverb, and whispering vocals to build an immersive sonic cocoon. The effect is both intimate and expansive, evoking emotional nuance through restraint.

What gives Depression Cherry its lasting resonance is how it balances subtle shifts with atmospheric consistency. The band’s move toward lighter drums and more pronounced synths and guitars offers a renewed clarity—every guitar line, drum echo, and vocal shimmer feels deliberate. In doing so, the album doesn’t retreat: it stretches perception, making details that once felt buried suddenly vivid and transporting.

“Beach House’s newest album … is another impeccably measured step forward.” – Pitchfork

“Depression Cherry proves that … they could continue releasing gorgeously decadent and emotionally direct dream pop without diminishing returns for years to come.” – Sputnikmusic