Helplessness Blues was the third studio album by Fleet Foxes, released September 1, 2017. The album received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its ambitious scope and intricate arrangements.
- The album was recorded primarily in a 1920s vaudeville theatre in Port Townsend, Washington, with additional sessions in Seattle and New York City. It was produced by the band and Phil Ek, who had previously worked with them on their debut album and "Shore". The album debuted at number 13 on the US Billboard 200 and number 17 on the UK Albums Chart.
- Helplessness Blues was the band's first album released on Nonesuch Records, after their previous albums were released on Sub Pop. The album's title track was released as the lead single, accompanied by a music video directed by Greko. Despite its critical success, the album was not a major commercial hit, though it did chart in several countries.
- The album features a more diverse range of instrumentation than their previous work, including marimba, harmonium, and various percussion instruments. It also marked a shift towards more complex song structures and lyrical themes, exploring ideas of purpose, disillusionment, and the search for meaning. The band embarked on an extensive world tour in support of the album, playing major festivals and headlining shows across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Fleet Foxes are a Seattle-based band fronted by singer-songwriter Robin Pecknold. They emerged in the late 2000s as part of a wave of artists reviving lush, harmony-laden indie folk.
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