Brakes - Beatific Visions

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Album Review: Beatific Visions by Brakes Released in 2007 on Rough Trade, Beatific Visions by Brakes is a spirited dive into the UK’s indie rock scene. This album doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but it sure knows how to spin it with energy and charm. Hailing from the UK, Brakes bring a raw, unfiltered vibe that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly untamed. One track that sticks out is, unsurprisingly, the title song “Beatific Visions.” It’s punchy, melodic, and has this scrappy edge that grabs you by the ears. The guitar riffs are sharp enough to cut glass, yet there's an underlying warmth to the vocals that keeps things grounded. What makes it memorable? Maybe it’s the way the chorus explodes into this chaotic burst of sound—like they’re trying to cram every ounce of excitement into three minutes. Or maybe it’s just the kind of song you’d blare in your car when no one’s watching. Either way, it works. Another standout is “Hey Hey Beautiful,” which feels like a love letter to reckless abandon. The rhythm has this bouncy, almost jittery quality, as if the band couldn’t sit still while recording it. There’s something oddly endearing about its lack of polish—it’s not perfect, but who cares? That’s what makes it so damn relatable. Plus, the lyrics have this cheeky, off-the-cuff feel that sneaks up on you. By the second listen, you’ll find yourself humming along despite yourself. Brakes aren’t here to impress critics or chase trends—they’re here to make music that feels alive. And honestly, isn’t that what rock should be about? Listening to Beatific Visions, you get the sense that these guys were having way too much fun in the studio. Sure, some tracks might meander a bit, and yeah, the production leans more garage than glossy—but maybe that’s the point. Here’s the kicker: after all these years, I still can’t decide if Beatific Visions is a hidden gem or just a really good time capsule of mid-2000s indie rock. Either way, it’s worth revisiting—not because it changed the game, but because it reminds us that sometimes, music doesn’t need to do anything more than make you feel alive for twenty-odd minutes. Oh, and did I mention the cover art looks like someone doodled during a particularly wild brainstorm session? Yeah, it fits perfectly.

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Artist: Brakes
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Formats

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Notes

Wraparound insert.

About Brakes

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Members

  • Marc Beatty
  • Eamon Hamilton
  • Alex White
  • Thomas White

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Beatific Visions* by Brakes, released in 2007, is a gem of UK indie rock. It came out on Rough Trade, a label known for championing unique voices in music. The title track, also called "Beatific Visions," perfectly captures the band’s raw energy and knack for crafting catchy, offbeat tunes. Not many people know this, but Brakes was kind of an indie rock cult favorite back then—flying under the radar but leaving a lasting impression on those who discovered them.