Inevitably, listeners will find themselves taking the good with the bad, picking a few favorite tracks and forgetting the rest. While some songs feel stale and reused, others feel new and original. It loses its magic at times, but keeps its head above water with a few solid tracks. “Someday” exposes an energetic side of the group, with tight, quick guitar and some slick bass lines.įor indie fans, “Beacon” is a refreshing diversion. However, the group doesn’t hesitate to produce some memorable tunes, notably “Handshake,” which surely will hook listeners with the catchy chorus. The most disappointing part of the album is the final track, “Beacon.” Sounding more like an amalgam of the preceding songs, it’s a lackluster finale in stark contrast to the grand introduction. However, as the album progresses, the remaining tracks struggle to deliver the same level of quality.
Its lyrics are passionately delivered through Alex Trimble’s lead vocals. The yearning ballad opens the album explosively. Blooming from a synthesizer drum intro, the song transforms into a showcase for the Irish band’s chemistry, balancing great lyrics with groovy instrumentals. “Beacon” opens strong, welcoming listeners with “Next Year,” the standout track. Two Door Cinema Club’s sophomore album, “Beacon,” has its shining moments, but regretfully these instances can’t save it from falling into the indie rock template. To many, there may be an eerie sense of déjà vu - another synthesized intro and another cooing male vocalist.
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