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Some of mine are Björk, Kate Bush, Cocteau Twins, Diamanda Galás, Tom Waits, Joanna Newsom, Fiona Apple, PJ Harvey, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Stevie Wonder, and Low.

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The songs "Superstar" and "Over and Over" from Beach House's album Once Twice Melody both explore themes of loss and the passage of time, though they approach these concepts differently.

"Superstar" reflects on a past relationship, evoking a sense of longing and the fleeting nature of shared moments. Lyrics like "There's a light going out tonight" and "It's too late now to say goodbye" suggest finality and the end of a significant connection. The recurring line "When you were mine" emphasizes nostalgia and the enduring impact of past relationships.

"Over and Over" delves into cyclical patterns and the inevitability of time's progression. The opening line, "When the lights go down and divide the day," symbolizes change and endings, while the chorus, "One by one, they open, forever and ever, all the little angels descend," can be interpreted as a metaphor for resurfacing memories or recurring moments of reflection.

While both songs touch on loss and the passage of time, "Superstar" centers on personal relationships and their lasting impressions, whereas "Over and Over" contemplates broader, more abstract cycles. Although there is no explicit evidence to suggest these tracks were written in response to the death of a close family member or friend, their universal themes invite listeners to interpret them through personal lenses, potentially linking them to experiences of grief and loss.

Musically, both tracks feature Beach House's signature dream-pop sound, creating ethereal atmospheres that complement their introspective lyrics. The lush instrumentation and haunting melodies amplify the emotional depth, immersing listeners in reflective moods.

Key Interpretations and Questions:

In "Over and Over," could "angels" represent stages of grief, recurring memories, or even departed souls?

The contrast in tempo and mood between the two tracks is striking: "Superstar" feels more melancholic and slow, while "Over and Over" has a driving, repetitive quality that reflects the cyclical nature of grief.

How do these songs resonate with your personal experiences with loss or change?

IMO, "Superstar" and "Over and Over" are united by their exploration of loss and the passage of time, offering unique yet complementary perspectives that deeply resonate with listeners.

I believe it’s a track from 7, but can’t recall. I’m sure I read an interview where the band discussed this, but my Google searches have been fruitless. Bonus points if you can link me the interview/article. Thanks in advance.

Obviously all of devotion but what else???

Being completely honest, OTM as a whole might be my least favorite beach house album. At first, I listened to the first chapter over and over again (haha) and I did like it but it didn’t stand out to me. As the album released, I felt this way more and more. Eventually, the more I listened, I liked it and I even have it on vinyl, but it still never sparkled the way almost everyone other album has for me at one point or another. Then recently, I listened to it again and I felt even more negative about it than before.

Each album of theirs has at least a few songs for me that I’ve been obsessed with at one point, and overall each album has some kind of special quirk to it, but for me the the songs I do like from OTM are still at the lower end of their discography for me, and while the album is unique with its different chapters, I just don’t really get the overall world they’re trying to build here, and even though it explores different styles, I still feel like it’s some what underwhelming in terms of sonic richness. I find a lot of the melodies and lyrics just overall cheesy.

I’d love to hear why other people like it so I can maybe try to listen to it differently next time. Concrete examples of moments you love and why would be super helpful, or just general thoughtful opinions!!! Just to trying to gain perspective!!!

this was hard

1. PPP
2. Space Song
3. Silver Soul
4. The Arrangement
5. I Do Not Care for the Winter Sun
6. Baby
7. Chariot
8. Lazuli
9. Used to Be
10. Master of None
11. White Moon -iTunes Session
12. Wildflower
13. Beyond Love
14. 10 Mile Stereo
15. Equal Mind
16. Rain in Numbers
17. Norway - iTunes Session Remix
18. Saturn Song
19. Lemon Glow
20. Somewhere Tonight

As 2024 comes to a close we approach the part of the year where we share our neurological tendencies neatly wrapped up for us by the corporate machine.

Use the the thread below to share your music listening stats for 2024! All posts outside this thread will be deleted.

On behalf of the mod team I'd like to thank everyone for being a part of our community.

Looking forward to seeing you all in 2025!

20. "New Year"

21. "Rough Song"

22. "Somewhere Tonight"

23. "Lover of Mine"

24. "Take Care"

25. "Sparks"

26. "Wildflower"

27. "Levitation"

28. "Dive"

29. "Dark Spring"

30. "Drunk in LA"

31. "Many Nights"

32. "Sunset"

33. "Another Go Around"

34. "New Romance"

35. "Wild"

36. "Other People"

37. "On the Sea"

38. "Lazuli"

39. "Myth"

For those who care I made a playlist of my favorite beach house songs in order

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2CzS6706oDPaayGRfRQv2N?si=w700wZj4T8KIVwYxB9wplA&pi=u-MOx3CPetTnmz

I just bought a tshirt from ebay that was the Sub Pop Bloom shirt and when I got it the tag is Bella+Canvas. I was just wondering if Bella+Canvas made the official merch or if I got scammed.

i love bitch hoes

Pure ecstasy

Can’t find the correct lyrics to this song anywhere.. 😭😭😭

I feel like the title pretty much sums this up, but what is your favourite and least favourite song from each album? (Not sure if this has been done before, but doing it Anyways)

Mine personally are:

Self titled

Fav: auburn and ivory

Least fav: heart and lungs

Devotion

Fav: astronaut

Least fav: home again

Teen dream

Fav: take care

Least fav: lover of mine

Bloom

Fav: other people

Least fav: myth

Depression cherry

Fav: levitation

Least fav: bluebird

Thank your lucky stars

Fav: rough song

Least fav: all your yeahs

B sides and rarities

Fav: rain in numbers

Least fav: baby

7

Fav: drunk in la

Least fav: lose your smile

Once twice melody

Fav: superstar

Least fav: esp

Does anyone have any recordings of Childhood, Lovelier Girl, or House on the Hill - I have been combing through YouTube and can’t find any😭

Can someone explain B-Sides & Rarities to me? Is it an actual album? Is it a collection of singles? I know this might be a stupid question haha. What’s your favorite song on it? Thank you in advance! xo

Hi, I'm from the middle east and I can't see Teen Dream on Spotify, I think I saw already posts about it but does anyone know when it come back? It has been like 2 weeks

Check out Bridges, San Again, Rossie, and Laika from harmless and please let me know if you do!

The Arrangement is such a good song, like wdym it has so few streams ?

Beach House stans, let’s go make this song much more popular ! Stream it !

My boyfriend challenged me to do a playlist of my very fav of BH. We had 1 month (that became 2, oops) to chose 12 songs. He really introduced me to BH and now my Deezer "Top 2024" is only BH (well I did listen to BH like 4 hours per day for the last 2 months).

We planned to reveal our playlists to each other last night while sipping some wine and dancing and it was very emotional and sweet. I recommend you to do it if your significant one or your close friend shares your love for BH.

His playlist named "It's a strang paradise":

• Levitation
• Silver Soul
• Walk in the Park
• Elegy to the Void
• Heart of Chamber
• Days of Candy
• Drunk in L.A.
• Through Me
• Become
• Somewhere Tonight
• Over and over
• Irene

Mine "help me to name it" :

• Auburn and Ivory
• You Came To Me
• Silver Soul
• Lover of Mine
• Myth
• On the Sea
• Wilflower
• Somewhere Tonight
• Drunk in L.A.
• Alien
• Once Twice Melody
• Devil's Pool

Very different styles, but very us.