Slowdive's first album in five years, "Everything Is Alive," continues their exploration of melancholic textures and immersive sound, finding new warmth within their signature shoegaze framework. The album was developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with band members sending ideas back and forth remotely.
- The album was produced by the band themselves, with additional production by GRAMMY-winning producer Charlie Andrew. It reached number 6 on the UK Albums Chart. The album's title is a tribute to Simon Scott's mother, who passed away during the recording process.
- The album was recorded in various locations, including=',') Berlin and London over a period of 18 months. Original versions of the tracks "kisses" and "alife" were streamed on YouTube in advance of the album's release.
- The album was met with critical acclaim, with many critics praising its lush production and mature songwriting. It was named one of the best albums of 2023 by several publications.
Slowdive is a British shoegaze band formed in 1989. They were a foundational act in the genre, known for their ethereal soundscapes and atmospheric guitar work. At the time of "Everything Is Alive," Slowdive had recently reunited and released "Slowdive" in 2017, their first album in 22 years, re-establishing their place in the ambient and dream-pop scenes.
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