The Montreal band’s debut full-length, "Return to the Sea," saw them move from the more subdued sounds of their early work towards a more orchestrated, eclectic approach.
- The album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Tom Schick.
- It features a prominent brass section, which was unusual for the band's subsequent work.
- The album charted at number 21 on Billboard's Top Heatseekers chart.
Islands is a Canadian indie rock band formed in Montreal in 2005. They are best known for their eclectic sound, blending elements of pop, electronic, and experimental music. At the time of "Return to the Sea," Islands were emerging as a distinctive voice in the mid-2000s indie scene, following up on their debut EP.
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