Beach House's seventh studio album, aptly titled '7', is a masterful culmination of the dream pop duo's 13-year journey. Released on 11 May 2018 through Sub Pop and Bella Union, this 11-track album marks a new creative chapter for the band. Having 'cleaned out the closet' with their 2017 B-Sides and Rarities compilation, Beach House departed from longtime producer Chris Coady and collaborated with Sonic Boom to craft a sound that is both heavy and immersive.
The album features standout tracks such as 'Lemon Glow', 'Black Car', 'Drunk in LA', and 'Dive', showcasing the band's ability to create transcendent and aqueous dream-pop perfection. With a duration of 47 minutes, '7' is a cohesive and well-crafted record that sees Beach House doubling down on their signature sound.
As a testament to their growth and evolution, '7' has been praised for its innovative production and songwriting. The album has been rated as one of the best of 2018, solidifying Beach House's position as indie heroes. With '7', the duo has created a work that is unmistakably their own, and it is an absolute must-listen for fans of dream pop and neo-psychedelia. Beach House's '7' is a remarkable achievement, and its release marked a significant milestone in the band's illustrious career.