In 2004, the indie group known as Beach House considered calling itself “Wisteria.” But once they “stopped trying,” according to guitarist Alex Scally, their ultimate name choice floated to the top, and “it was perfect.” Scally’s ability to let go and embrace the moment is a vital piece of the dreamy, atmospheric pop that he creates with vocalist and sole bandmate, Victoria LaGrand. A song like “Other People”—a soothing, languid, and powerfully catchy track from the 2012 album Bloom—transports listeners to a contemplative place where they can safely bathe in Beach House’s decidedly 21st-century sound.
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