Paracosm, Washed Out's second album, refines his signature chillwave sound with fuller arrangements and more complex song structures. The record trades some of the lo-fi haze for a brighter, more expansive feel.
- Paracosm was written and recorded primarily in Washed Out's hometown of Atlanta, Georgia.
- The album features guest vocals from Caroline Roos and Washed Out's wife, Blair Greene.
- While not a chart success, Paracosm was met with critical acclaim, with many praising its evolved sound.
Washed Out is the electronic music project of Ernest Greene, a Georgia-based artist who emerged in the late 2000s. He is a key figure in the chillwave genre, known for his hazy, sample-heavy soundscapes. In 2013, Washed Out was releasing Paracosm, following up his breakthrough debut album, Within and Without. Greene was at a creative peak, exploring new sonic territory.
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