Alternative dream pop duo Phantogram released their third album, with the most meta title possible, Three on Oct. 7. Phantogram has a distinct post-production prowess that encapsulates their sound and captivates their listener.
Three brings us into an intense, dark fantasy with opening track “Funeral Pyre.” “Same Old Blues” is a call for freedom that is comprised of bewitching vocals from Sarah Barthel, true rock guitar solo from Josh Carter and emphasized by a choir in the background.
Lead single “You Don’t Get Me High Anymore” hits the listener in the jaw and Carter’s hard guitar line drives the song to the last beat.
“Barking Dog” is the first we get to hear of Carter vocally mid-album. Even though Carter takes the lead on this track, Barthel is still present with her persistent keyboard skills.
“You’re Mine” is a syncopated duet with a bluesy electronic beat and confident lyrics.
“Answer” is the closest we get to a stripped down song on Three. It is a ballad with loud syncopation scattered throughout. This is where we really get to see the chemistry between Carter and Barthel. Carter gives us an emphatic, ringing guitar solo that Barthel eases us down from vocally. Their chemistry shines through vocally and instrumentally.
“Run Run Blood” makes you feel as lost and confused as Alice was in Wonderland—in the best way possible. Barthel and Carter chant over a dismal electronic beat that crawls into the ear.
“Calling All” plays out as if it was made with the intent of ending Three in mind. With an inspiration of No Doubt and early Red Hot Chili Peppers “Calling All” finishes Three with a party in the murky world Phantogram has created.
Phantogram blends piercing, yet airy vocals with drastic post-production. Three is a notable continuation in Phantogram’s journey.
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