"Architecture, a three – piece band based in Chicago, specialize in crafting an organic-electronic sound that merges ’60s girl-group stylings with an ambient mixture of dream pop. Their self-released debut album, “When We Were Young” (April 9th), is sure to make fans of Au Revoir Simone and Slumber Party rejoice! Originally a two-piece made up of Melissa Harris (vox/multivox/Nord) and Rebecca Scott (vox/guitar/glockenspiel) during the recording, Erin Dorr has since joined the band, contributing vox, bass, tom, and tamborine, respectively. With shared harmonies reminiscent of the vocal stylings of Slumber Party and Warpaint, they construct a haunting, hushed narrative exploring the realms of loss and dreams.
Highlight track “In The Morning” balances out the etherealness with a certain dark, “Twin Peaks”-style ambiance. Rambling rockabilly guitars ring over tinkling chimes. Architecture are at their finest when creating their own unique blend of one-part fairytale, one-part nightmare. They are able to conjure up the perfect mood music for a night lost in the woods. A fine line between the visceral and the magical is expertly woven. There are times when an exciting and unexpected collection of found sounds will swell, then peter out, being left as a promising sketch of an interesting idea. It would be nice to hear them push those exploratory elements a bit more. It is highly evident in some tracks that these girls have strong vocal abilities, which makes it slightly frustrating that sometimes the vocals tend to fall back on sing-song elements that at times can be problematic.
“Tomorrow”, a particular stand-out track, fully embodies the feelings of nostalgia for lost youth as well as the perfect environment for psychedelic musings on Sunday afternoons. It succeeds in weaving the sense of vulnerability, with an edgier, darker aftertaste. The gorgeously unexpected refrain of “I wonder/ I wonder/ I wonder/ If he’ll be there tomorrow/ tomorrow/ tomorrow/ tomorrow” strikes a place somewhere between United States of America and Little Peggy March! This mixture of dark edges with a soft core is what carries their sound. It is evident that they are still exploring their sound, and this exploration is an addictive adventure to follow along with as a listener. The ladies of Architecture are prone to falling down compelling and intriguing rabbit holes, bringing the listener with them to a dark and heady Wonderland" (Heard: listenbeforeyoubuy.net)
Highlight track “In The Morning” balances out the etherealness with a certain dark, “Twin Peaks”-style ambiance. Rambling rockabilly guitars ring over tinkling chimes. Architecture are at their finest when creating their own unique blend of one-part fairytale, one-part nightmare. They are able to conjure up the perfect mood music for a night lost in the woods. A fine line between the visceral and the magical is expertly woven. There are times when an exciting and unexpected collection of found sounds will swell, then peter out, being left as a promising sketch of an interesting idea. It would be nice to hear them push those exploratory elements a bit more. It is highly evident in some tracks that these girls have strong vocal abilities, which makes it slightly frustrating that sometimes the vocals tend to fall back on sing-song elements that at times can be problematic.
“Tomorrow”, a particular stand-out track, fully embodies the feelings of nostalgia for lost youth as well as the perfect environment for psychedelic musings on Sunday afternoons. It succeeds in weaving the sense of vulnerability, with an edgier, darker aftertaste. The gorgeously unexpected refrain of “I wonder/ I wonder/ I wonder/ If he’ll be there tomorrow/ tomorrow/ tomorrow/ tomorrow” strikes a place somewhere between United States of America and Little Peggy March! This mixture of dark edges with a soft core is what carries their sound. It is evident that they are still exploring their sound, and this exploration is an addictive adventure to follow along with as a listener. The ladies of Architecture are prone to falling down compelling and intriguing rabbit holes, bringing the listener with them to a dark and heady Wonderland" (Heard: listenbeforeyoubuy.net)
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