
11 April 2008 · 19 YEARS
Saturdays = Youth
M83
Anthony Gonzalez shifted his focus here, moving away from previous shoegaze tendencies toward polished, synth-heavy arrangements. The work channels the spirit of John Hughes films and the feeling of nighttime drives.
Ken Thomas and Ewan Pearson provided production assistance for this effort. Their work emphasizes a dreamy, lush atmosphere that acts as a primary example for the chillwave movement. The result is a collection that mixes quiet reflection with grand, soaring musical moments.