vampire weekend - father of the bride (2lp)

On Father of the Bride, Vampire Weekend embrace expansion—musically, thematically, and emotionally. With a broader sonic palette that includes folk, jam band grooves, and psychedelic textures, the album marks a departure from their tightly wound earlier work.

Ezra Koenig’s lyrics explore disconnection, commitment, and a chaotic world, while guest appearances by Danielle Haim and Steve Lacy add warmth and surprise. Tracks like “Harmony Hall” and “This Life” showcase the band’s evolution: more laid-back, but just as lyrically sharp. It’s a sprawling, ambitious album that balances introspection with playful, genre-hopping pop.