Halifax-based indie rock quintet Beauts deliver a nostalgic yet uplifting anthem with The Boys Have Been Away. Anchored by propulsive drums, shimmering guitars, and infectious melodies, the track balances wistful longing for absent friends with a buoyant, celebratory energy. It recalls early Interpol and The National, while weaving in textures and synth layers that nod to Big Thief and The War on Drugs. As the closing track of their sophomore LP Marigolds, it encapsulates the album’s interplay between mid-life reflection and vibrant sonic experimentation, leaving listeners both introspective and ready to sing along.
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