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Somersault
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  • Summary: The third full-length release for the Brooklyn indie rock band led by Dustin Payseur features guest appearances from Cities Aviv and Slowdive's Rachel Goswell.
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So now you found the time to get away But you don't know what to do about yourself I see it but I look the other way And I'm feeling like I'm falling... See the rest of the song lyrics
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  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    May 31, 2017
    90
    Overall, the most amazing aspect about Somersault is that it still has that bedroom-composed feel.
  2. The A.V. Club
    Jun 2, 2017
    83
    Far and away Beach Fossils’ finest record yet.
  3. Exclaim
    May 31, 2017
    80
    They've always had an ear for melody, and here, the shimmering soundscapes put that gift on full display. The result is a compelling, immersive addition to the Beach Fossils catalogue, an effort that chronicles a band truly freeing themselves and expanding outward.
  4. DIY Magazine
    Jun 2, 2017
    80
    Somersault raises the bar on 2013’s ‘Clash The Truth’.
  5. Paste Magazine
    Jun 1, 2017
    78
    Thanks to a rich sonic palette and more dynamic songwriting, they’ve turned in their best collection of jangly indie rock songs so far.
  6. The 405
    Jun 1, 2017
    75
    Somersault is an exciting display of growth without feeling like a compromise. They might not yet be great, but this album indicates a band on the verge of a breakthrough.
  7. Under The Radar
    Jun 27, 2017
    70
    Beach Fossils are best when they stick with what they know, which is why tracks such as "May 1st" and "Be Nothing," with their spangly guitar lines and easygoing lilt, remain high-points on this laid-back summer record.

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  1. KevinLombard
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    I am deeply moved by this new Beach Fossils album. Upon repeated listenings, I can hear further into this music. The arrangements andI am deeply moved by this new Beach Fossils album. Upon repeated listenings, I can hear further into this music. The arrangements and instrumentations are brilliant and everything really works well. Great texture. The songwriting is tremendous and so is the overall sound. I think the songs hang together quite well conceptually to form a very nice album that flows well. I like the way his singing is understated because the vocal harmonies are so beautiful. Lyrics are simple and perfect for contemplation. Each Beach Fossils album is a different vibe and Payseur is a true artist. All of the time and care spent on the album really paid off.… Expand
  2. mrichardsg
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    This is quickly becoming my favorite Beach Fossil's Album. I remember listening to this band a little in High School, and I was definitelyThis is quickly becoming my favorite Beach Fossil's Album. I remember listening to this band a little in High School, and I was definitely impressed by the elevated quality of their latest work. This album has a much more self aware and confident feeling behind it. I can't wait to continue enjoying this album, and the nuggets of psychedelic summer nostalgia it offers.… Collapse
  4. Ricko
    Sep 23, 2020
    7
    This represents a bit of a shift for Beach Fossils. You can hardly call this lo-fi anymore and as they have moved to a slicker, more polishedThis represents a bit of a shift for Beach Fossils. You can hardly call this lo-fi anymore and as they have moved to a slicker, more polished sound, the characteristics that helped them stand out from the crowd are somewhat sanded down. That said, the change/move adds an interesting entry into the Beach Fossils book and there are some tracks here that are completely unidentifiable as Beach Fossils ("Rise" and "St Ivy" for example). It's not healthy to stand still. There are lots of good tracks, fans of the band will definitely enjoy and it might even appeal to wider audience than their previous albums. Overall its a nice listen and has the spacey vibe of the likes of Air or Tame Impala but with a slower tempo.… Expand

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