Blue Skies (Dehd album)

Blue Skies is the fourth studio album by American indie rock band Dehd, released on May 27, 2022, via Fat Possum Records. The album was written primarily during the COVID-19 pandemic and explores themes of love, loss, change, and resilience.

Blue Skies marks a sonic departure from Dehd's earlier, more lo-fi recordings, showcasing a fuller and more polished sound. It retains the band's characteristic minimalist approach but incorporates cleaner production and more intricate instrumentation. The album's title is a reference to a sense of optimism and hope amidst challenging circumstances.

The album was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its songwriting, musicianship, and sonic evolution. It was also a commercial success for the band, charting on several Billboard charts. Key singles from the album include "Pale Green," "Stars," and "Bad Love."

The band members of Dehd are Emily Kempf, Jason Balla, and Eric McGrady. The album's creation process involved collaboration and experimentation, with each member contributing to the songwriting and arrangement process.