The guitars here are dialed in, distorted, and drenched in delay, creating a sound that’s both alien and intimate. This album is a masterclass in shoegaze-influenced indie rock.
- The album was recorded at Rare Book Room Studios in Brooklyn with producer Nicolas Vernhes. It features guest appearances from members of The Depreciation Guild and Keep Shelly in Athens. The record charted at number 48 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
- The album title is a play on the phrase "lenses align," referencing the band's intention to create a cohesive sonic vision. This was the band's second studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut "Why There Are Mountains." Cymbals Eat Guitars toured extensively in support of the album throughout 2011 and 2012.
- The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambitious scope and dense, layered production. Tracks like "Razz" and "Definite Deep" became fan favorites, showcasing the band's evolving sound. The album was released on CD, vinyl, and digital download.
Cymbals Eat Guitars is an indie rock band from Staten Island, New York, who emerged in the late 2000s. At the time of "Lenses Alien," the band was solidifying their position as purveyors of guitar-driven, hook-laden alternative rock.
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