They look comfortable but Legrand and Scally say they're anxious to tour. There are already "70 or 80" shows booked, Scally said. It's the cycle of a working band — release an album, tour, repeat — that gives Beach House life, even if it's a familiar routine by now.
Sub Pop would not confirm or deny if “Bloom” fulfills Beach House's current contract, but the label's general manager, Chris Jacobs, was adamant about Sub Pop's “long-term interest” in the group.
“We would like to keep working with Beach House for as long as humanly possible,” Jacobs said.
On the verge of a major tour and armed with an excellent new album, Beach House finds itself in a familiar position: A band on the doorstep of indie-fame. As the lines of indie and major blur more each day, that's a tempting spot for any band hoping to make a living off its art. Beach House is no different, except its members want the music — not the hype — to lead them to longevity.
"Being the best or the biggest is a dangerous place to be," Legrand said. "It can really stifle people's future."
