‘Everything at Once’ marks the debut album of Seattle-based melodic rock outfit Bright Gold Chariot. The record is rather nostalgic in its production flavourings, having been recorded in just five days and with no overdubs or samples. At its core, it’s the direct representation of three people vibing with each other on a deep musical level. ‘Everything at Once’ was produced at Robert Lang Studios, mixed by Phil Ek (Built to Spill, Modest Mouse), and mastered at Resonant Mastering (Fleet Foxes, Death Cab for Cutie).
Introduced by one of the record’s focus tracks, ‘Sugary & Ripe’, the album kickstarts its ten-song journey with a rather melancholic and fuzzy piece, yet also embracing gentle melodies and a certain hazy character. It’s a fine balance between chaotic guitars and blissful textures, a recurrent theme throughout ‘Everything at Once’. ‘Wasting Away’ veers towards nostalgic pop territories, with charming whistling giving it a cinematic sheen. ‘Everything at Once’, the album’s title track, feels increasingly melancholic, but also lovable and tender, as if it was yearning for something.
Elsewhere, ‘ESS’ embraces the group’s punchier side, showcasing how Bright Gold Chariot can be heavy and fierce, if they wish to do so. ‘Dawn Sky’ brings the record to a close in timeless resolve and reflective ethos. The group include Mike Taylor on guitar and vocals, Forrest Fisher on drums, and John West on bass and keys. Despite being just a trio, the sound is still rather dense and impactful.
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