Love Is Dead

CHVRCHES' third studio album, Love Is Dead, is a masterfully crafted synthpop masterpiece that showcases the band's ability to craft infectious and emotionally charged soundscapes. Released on 25 May 2018 through Vertigo Berlin, this 49-minute journey is comprised of 13 tracks that seamlessly blend catchy hooks with introspective lyrics.

From the opening notes of 'Graffiti' to the closing beats of 'Wonderland', CHVRCHES take listeners on a sonic adventure that explores the complexities of love, relationships, and existential crises. With tracks like 'Get Out', 'Miracle', and 'Never Say Die', the band demonstrates their knack for creating pulsing, dancefloor-friendly anthems that are both uplifting and thought-provoking.

Meanwhile, songs like 'My Enemy', 'Forever', and 'Heaven/Hell' showcase CHVRCHES' capacity for crafting more introspective and emotionally nuanced compositions, often incorporating soaring vocal melodies and introspective lyrics. Throughout the album, the band's signature synthpop sound is expertly woven together with a range of textures and moods, resulting in a richly layered and deeply satisfying listening experience.

With Love Is Dead, CHVRCHES have created an album that is at once a testament to their musical prowess and a deeply personal exploration of the human experience. This is an album that will resonate with fans of synthpop and beyond, and is sure to cement CHVRCHES' status as one of the most exciting and innovative bands working today.