Tomboy (album)
Tomboy is the fourth studio album by American musician Panda Bear, released April 12, 2011, by Paw Tracks. The album marks a departure from the sample-based textures of Panda Bear's previous work, Person Pitch, focusing instead on original instrumentation and arrangements.
Production and Style:
Tomboy was primarily recorded by Noah Lennox (Panda Bear) himself in his Lisbon, Portugal home. He later worked with Rusty Santos, who had previously collaborated on Person Pitch, to mix the album. The album's sound is characterized by its reverb-drenched vocals, layered synthesizers, and heavy use of Roland Juno-106. Critics have described the album's style as experimental pop, psychedelic, and drone-based. Lyrically, the album explores themes of personal experience, spirituality, and the passage of time.
Release and Reception:
The album was preceded by the release of four singles: "Tomboy," "You Can Count on Me," "Last Night at the Jetty," and "Surfer's Hymn." Upon its release, Tomboy received generally positive reviews from music critics. Many praised its atmospheric soundscapes, textural depth, and introspective lyrics. The album reached number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.
Track Listing:
- You Can Count on Me
- Tomboy
- Slow Motion
- Surfer's Hymn
- The Preakness
- Drone
- Alsatian Darn
- Scheherezade
- Friendship Bracelet
- Afterburner
- Benfica
Personnel:
- Noah Lennox (Panda Bear) - Vocals, Instruments, Production
- Rusty Santos - Mixing