Tanlines' debut album with Merge Records is a complex and captivating mix of emotions, woven by Eric Emm and Jesse Cohen into tracks that are at once jubilant and introspective, melancholic and liberating. The Big Mess delves into the intricate concept of "introspective masculinity," as termed by Emm, examining the nuances of relationships - those between father and son, between friends, and the individual's dance with societal norms and expectations.

This album promises to resonate with Tanlines' established fanbase, who've fallen for their unique blend of clever, playful pop music in the past. But it also beckons those who've yet to discover them, offering the perfect auditory accompaniment to future late-night introspections. In The Big Mess, listeners will find a sophisticated and danceable exploration of the paradoxes that make up the human experience.

1. The Big Mess
2. Outer Banks
3. New Reality
4. Burns Effect
5. Clouds
6. Unreal
7. Arm's Length Away
8. Endless Love
9. Speed
10. Hold On
11. The Age of Innocence