After a stellar debut, Irish rockers Two Door Cinema Club found immense success, following in similar footsteps of label-mates Mumford and Sons. Their first record was a solid indie-rock record, and subsequent touring has made them known worldwide. However, their second installment, Beacon, didn’t seem to debut to as much anticipation as I expected. I felt like I was the only one who was really excited for more dance-infused rock tunes from these guys.
Whatever the reason, Two Door Cinema Club is certainly back and even better with Beacon. Comparisons will obviously come from their first album and, to be fair, there are certain changes the band’s made. This record is a little more electronic-based, and feels a lot more full as each song plays. Many of the songs on Tourist History were quick and exciting, and took you through moments on the record at a speed that worked for the band. I found myself quickly wanting more by the time the album was over. This is something that’s changed for Beacon. All the songs are a bit longer than the ones on the first album, giving each song its due.
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| Two Door Cinema Club has a unique blend of dance rock. |
“Wake Up” is the first track to stand out. A slow beginning, the ease of Sam Halliday’s vocals start out before the fast beats are accompanied by chaotic guitars and soaring solos. There’s so much happening in the music, I needed to listen to it a few times to catch everything! The band also has more downtime during some of the tracks on Beacon, allowing a bit of a breather for Halliday, and also giving them a chance to have fun with the crowds during live shows. Airy guitars abound during tracks like “Sleep Alone”, over a quick drum beat and synths, making for a perfect summer jam.
Talk about catchy. TDCC is probably the epitome of catchy when it comes to indie rock. Take one listen to “Sun” or “Someday” and you’ll be singing along in no time. That’s become a staple of TDCC, and one that they do well. In fact, Beacon features more instances of crunchy guitar solos that are also thanks to Halliday, adding even more depth to the band’s sound. “The World Is Watching” features female vocalist Valentina, and her soaring vocals over the upbeat tempo of the track really compliments Halliday’s vocals and guitar-work.
Overall, the growth for TDCC is quite evident on Beacon, and in a great way. Synths and guitars are much more prominent, but without forsaking the sound from their first album. It simply adds to it, and makes it even better. This kind of growth is positive and excites me to see where these guys will go next.
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