#10milestereo

Finally. It’s been a long 3 years since Beach House last toured. Comprised of lead vocalist Victoria Legrand and guitarist Alex Scally, this melancholic dream pop duo is most well known for their incredibly open and imaginative lyrics that deem themselves “otherworldly.” They have a sound that is unique; produced mainly by using drums, an organ, and slide guitar.

It was hard not to notice every inch of House of Blues was packed as they opened with “Levitation” from most recent album Depression Cherry. Twinkling LED Lights appear like stars in the background while Victoria hides in the shadows behind her flowing hair, adding to the mystery that defines this band. Combine that with slow beats, a hazy keyboard and a tragic, melancholy voice; Beach House is home.

The entire crowd was enthralled when Beach House played devastatingly beautiful “10 Mile Stereo,” towards the end of the show from Teen Dream. Nobody reached for their phone and few stepped out for a restroom break.

It’s hard to describe without experiencing, all the emotions Beach House evoke. Victoria apologized at the end of the show for the lack of conversation because sometimes they just get lost in the music. Right after her apology they ended the show with “Irene” with lyrics fading out in repetition “it’s a strange paradise, you’ll be waiting.” It was clear they stood second to no one tonight.