album · July 6, 2011

Within and Without

Washed Out

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The debut full-length from Washed Out, "Within and Without" cemented the project's signature sound, layering washed-out synths and buoyant melodies into a cohesive and immersive listening experience. The album's lush production and introspective mood became a touchstone for the chillwave movement.

• Recorded primarily in Greene's hometown of Atlanta, Georgia, the album was produced by Ernest Greene himself, with additional production and mixing by Ben H. Allen III.
• The lead single, "Feel It All Around," though not on this album, became an unexpected anthem for the chillwave scene after being featured in the opening credits of IFC's "Portlandia."
• Upon its release, "Within and Without" received widespread critical acclaim, with Pitchfork calling it "a potent and utterly persuasive statement" and praising its hazy, nostalgic atmosphere.

Washed Out is the electronic music project of Ernest Greene, who became a central figure in the chillwave genre with his distinctive blend of hazy synthesizers and relaxed vocals. While the project had gained traction with earlier EPs, "Within and Without" marked its definitive arrival as a critical darling and a landmark release in the burgeoning chillwave scene.