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Pool Boys

Patterns |

Patterns |

$ 31.99 USD
$ 31.99 USD $ 31.99 USD
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Description

Patterns is the long-anticipated debut LP from Portland indie rock outfit Pool Boys. Building off their 2022 EP, Obviously, Doctor, this first full-length album showcases what Pool Boys has come to be known for unexpected chord structures, compelling dynamic shifts, and lush vocal harmonies punctuated by raw emotion.

Amid their signature sound that features bright guitar tones and driving melodies balanced with moments of tension and heaviness, songwriters Emma Rose Browne, Caroline Jackson, and Annie Dillon explore themes around the inherent dissonance of breaking away from ingrained cycles and carving new pathways forward. Browne’s “I Can’t Imagine This Place Will Last” starts the album with a fast-paced, apocalyptic yet hopeful view of climate change, and Jackson’s “Habits” stands out as a catchy yet intricate song affirming that growth is not always linear, giving us the album’s title: “Patterns are hard to break.”

After the three founding members were joined by Monica Metzler on drums in 2020, Pool Boys spent the following years intimately learning each other’s creative voices and honing their collective craft. Though listeners will find many pop-centric hooks throughout the album, Patterns highlights the band’s uncanny ability to weave together complex vocal and instrumental lines organically within this set of diverse yet cohesive tracks.

Patterns will be available on vinyl and all major streaming platforms on November 15, 2024, with a release show at Mississippi Studios in Portland, Oregon.

  • 12" single LP on translucent royal blue vinyl
  • Normal jacket with 3mm spine and double-sided insert with lyrics

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  • Availability : Pre-Order
  • Format Detail: LP Royal Blue
  • Handling Note: **Please allow an additional 5 business days for this item's shipment.**
  • Format: Vinyl
  • Internal ID: JIT

Condition Ratings & Details

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Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

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  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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