Back in 2008, electro-pop group Chairlift gained popularity after their single “bruises” off of their Does You Inspire You album was played on an itunes commercial.
I know this because that is how I initially heard of the group, and immediately bought the single. Although I didn’t hear much after that song, when I heard they were releasing their sophomore album I had to check it out.
Set to be released on January 24, 2012, Chairlift has made some minor but effective changes in the group. Originally, chairlift was formed by Caroline Polachek (vocals, synthesizer) and Aaron Pfenning (drums, keyboard).
After their first EP was released in 2006, Patrick Wimberly joined the group in 2007. And in 2010, Pfenning left the group to pursue a solo career.
Their debut album released in 2008, Does You Inspire you had an overall slow tempo and soft lyrics, although a little too slow for the entirety of the album.
The upcoming sophomore album, shows the growth of Polachek’s vocal ability and the overall sound of the group has improved greatly. I was able to preview the album on the KCRW 89.9 website and the album definitely has the talent to do well on the charts.
Below I’ve put in a few songs from their past albums to get a feel of what their previous work is like. The last video “Sidewalk Safari” will be on their newest album.
You can get their new album on itunes and amazon starting tomorrow January 24th.
They define Electro-Pop:)
Here are some awesome Chairlift vids:
•Amanaemonesia: http://youtu.be/98XRKr19jIE
•Sidewalk Safari Live: http://youtu.be/77ob12zZLes
•Black Cab Session: http://www.blackcabsessions.com/?id=1326294312