Within And Without is the much-anticipated follow up to Washed Out's critically-acclaimed Life Of Leisure EP. Washed Out (aka Ernest Greene) is synonymous with the term "chillwave," but on Within And Without the Atlanta-based producer pushes forward from conventional chillwave aesthetics resulting in something that's still very hazy and warm, but more mature and refined. Within And Without takes it to a higher level of musicality with help from Ben Allen (co-producer of Merriweather Post Pavillion) and guest vocalist Caroline Polachek to really progress his evolution as a singer/songwriter. Highlights include "You And I," "Eyes Be Closed," "Soft," "Before," "Far Away," and "A Dedication". 9 tracks total with free digital download of the album.

• white vinyl pressing
• music label: Sub Pop 2011 

reviewed by suicide bangs 07/2011