Far Caspian’s latest full-length album, Autofiction, sees the Leeds-based band refining their well-established indie rock palette by leaning into warmer melodies. Released via Dance To The Radio / Memory Music, the album offers a cohesive collection of tracks that rarely stray far from formulaic.
Across the record, there’s a distinct sense of an emotional mood. Far Caspian sounds more grounded than ever before and ready to connect with a softer soundscape. It’s a subtle change, but a distinct one.
While the album may come across as repetitive at times, its strength lies in how well it captures atmosphere. Guitars shimmer gently over drums, while melancholic vocals echo with emotion. Each track unfolds slowly.
‘Ditch’ is a firm standout track. It’s a guitar-heavy, emotionally restrained song that captures the album’s sombre and reflective tone very well. Elsewhere, tracks like ‘Here Is Now’ and ‘Autofiction’ expand on this aesthetic, offering hazy production with soothing vocals.
Nothing on here is that aggressive or loud. Instead, Autofiction chooses to stand in a softer and introspective spotlight. It’s an album best experienced when you can properly sit down and listen to it in detail; its gentler moments end up sounding a lot more detailed and spacious in the mix.
While this is a good record, there is undoubtedly room for more experimentation and risk-taking. In terms of where Far Caspian currently stand in their discography, this is still a solid album.
