glass beach - the first glass beach album

Review by Pietro Morgese

Glass Beach – The First Glass Beach Album: A Genre-Bending Chaos You’ll Want to Dive Into If you’re the kind of person who likes their music served up with a side of “what the heck did I just listen to?” then The First Glass Beach Album by Glass Beach is basically your new favorite thing. Released in 2020 (yeah, that year we all want to forget but can’t), this indie rock/pop/rock/jazz/electronic/chiptune smorgasbord comes at you like someone threw a bunch of genres into a blender and hit “puree.” And somehow? It works. Let’s start with the tracklist—because holy cow, there are so many versions of the same songs it feels like they couldn’t decide which one was better. Like, do we really need three different versions of “Soft!!!!!!” or “Yoshi’s Island”? Apparently yes, because each version has its own little twist, and honestly, it kinda keeps things fresh. But let’s zoom in on two tracks that stuck with me like gum under a shoe. First up: “Bone Skull.” This song hits you over the head right outta the gate—it’s loud, chaotic, and sounds like an emo kid got into a fight with a drum machine. The vocals bounce between raw screams and melodic croons, and the whole thing feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube while riding a rollercoaster. By the time it ends, you’re not sure if you loved it or hated it, but you definitely remember it. That’s the magic of Glass Beach—they make music that sticks to your brain like glitter glue. Then there’s “Neon Glow,” which is probably my go-to chill-but-not-really track from the album. It starts off all moody and atmospheric, like walking through a foggy street lit by neon signs, but then BAM—it flips into this upbeat, almost poppy groove that makes you wanna dance awkwardly in your bedroom. The lyrics are cryptic enough to feel deep without being pretentious, and the layered synths give it this retro-futuristic vibe that’s hard to pin down. Basically, it’s the musical equivalent of wearing a leather jacket covered in patches—you don’t know what it means, but dang, does it look cool? What’s wild about this album is how it refuses to sit still. One minute you’re vibing to some emo-infused alt-rock, and the next you’re listening to something that could’ve been ripped straight out of a Sega Genesis soundtrack (cough “Yoshi’s Island” cough). It’s messy, it’s experimental, and yeah, sometimes it feels like it might fall apart—but isn’t that what makes it fun? And hey, props to Run For Cover Records for putting this out into the world. Because seriously, who else would greenlight an album that sounds like a mixtape made by a hyperactive teenager with ADHD? No shade—that’s exactly why it works. So here’s the deal: If you’re looking for something polished and predictable, keep scrolling. But if you’re ready to embrace the chaos of a band that clearly doesn’t care about sticking to one lane, The First Glass Beach Album is worth every weird, wonderful second. Just don’t blame me when you find yourself humming “Soft!!!!!!” for the hundredth time today. Oh, and P.S.—I still have no idea what “Classic J Dies and Goes to Hell Part 1” is about. Maybe Part 2 will explain it? Or maybe they just wanted to troll us. Either way, I’m here for it.

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Artist: glass beach
Album: the first glass beach album

2020

Rating: 4.14

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Yoshi's Island	6:19
Soft!!!!!!	2:06
classic j dies and goes to hell part 1	5:4
(Forever?????????)	1:48
calico	2:11
(Rat Castle)	2:47
neon glow	3:53
planetarium	4:33
Yoshi's Island	06:18
(rat castle)	2:46
Yoshis Island	6:19
Dallas	7:01
Glass Beach	7:21
Classic J Dies and Goes To Hell Part 1	5:04
Cold Weather	2:18
Bedroom Community	6:01
Neon Glow	3:53
glass beach	7:21
(Soft!!!!!!)	2:06
(soft!!!!!!)	2:06
soft!!!!!!	2:6
(blood rivers)	1:35
orchids	4:34
Classic J Dies And Goes To Hell Part 1	5:04
Planetarium	4:33
Bone Skull	2:29
Color Bars (demo)	4:04
dallas	7:1
bedroom community	6:1
Color Bars (Demo)	4:04
Orchids	4:34
(forever?????????)	1:48
Calico	2:11
Color Bars	4:04
bone skull	2:29
cold weather	2:18
Soft!!!!!!	2:06
yoshi's island	6:18
Classic J Dies and Goes to Hell, Pt. 1	05:04
yoshi's island	6:19
(Blood Rivers)	1:35

Video

glass beach - classic j dies and goes to hell part 1

glass beach - classic j dies and goes to hell part 1 (Official Music Video)

glass beach - soft!!!!!!

glass beach - (forever?????????)

glass beach - neon glow

glass beach - cold weather

glass beach - calico

glass beach - bone skull

glass beach - (rat castle)

glass beach - orchids

glass beach - dallas

glass beach - yoshi's island

glass beach - bedroom community

yoshi's island (live music video)

glass beach - glass beach & blood rivers

glass beach - planetarium

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Catalog Numbers

Labels

Run For Cover Records
Not On Label (glass beach Self-Released)
Run For Cover

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Formats

Vinyl
LP
Blue Swirl Vinyl
Purple Swirl All Media
Album
Limited Edition
Stereo
2 × Vinyl
Neon Red
CD
Digipak
Sky Blue / Ruby Red Haze
Repress
Mixed Purple & Blue Swirl Vinyl
Clear with Sky
Ruby & Dark Blue Splatter
Sky Blue & Ruby Red Haze Vinyl
Cassette
White Shell
Glow In The Dark vinyl
33 ⅓ RPM
White
Clear w/ Red & Blue Splatter

Notes

Limited to 100 Copies. Released by Run For Cover Records. Gatefold 2xLP includes expanded artwork, printed innersleeves & a 24" album art poster.
Limited to 900 Copies. Released by Run For Cover Records. Gatefold 2xLP includes expanded artwork, printed innersleeves & a 24" album art poster.
Gatefold with expanded artwork and printed innersleeves.
Limited to 400 copies on "Sky Blue / Ruby Red Haze" vinyl. Comes with a 24" album art poster.
Mixed Purple & Blue Swirl Vinyl /100 (this)
Sky Blue & Ruby Red Haze Vinyl /400
Gatefold 2xLP includes expanded artwork, printed innersleeves & a 24" album art poster.
Limited to 500 copies on "Clear with Sky, Ruby & Dark Blue Splatter" vinyl.
Mixed Purple & Blue Swirl Vinyl /100
Sky Blue & Ruby Red Haze Vinyl /400 (this)
Limited to 100 pressing of Glow In The Dark vinyl, available from the Run For Cover webstore
Second Press limited to 500 Copies. Released by Run For Cover Records. Gatefold 2xLP includes expanded artwork, printed innersleeves & a 24" album art poster.

Barcodes

Barcode (On Hype Sticker): 811408033923
Barcode: 811408033862
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About glass beach

Started in 2016 by singer/songwriter J McClendon of and their then roommates William White and Jonas Newhouse of 8-Bit Johnson. Shortly after their first album's release, Layne Smith joined, originally to play lead guitar for live shows, but is now a core member of the band.

Members

William White
J McClendon
Jonas Newhouse
Tony Sanders

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *the first glass beach album* by Glass Beach is a genre-blending masterpiece that defies easy categorization. It mixes everything from Indie Rock and Emo to Chiptune and Jazz, creating a sound that feels both nostalgic and groundbreaking. One standout detail? The track "Yoshi's Island" isn’t just a song title—it’s a nod to the iconic Super Mario World level, blending retro video game vibes with emotional, experimental rock. Released in 2020, the album was self-released by the band before being picked up by Run For Cover Records, showcasing their DIY roots and eventual rise in the alternative music scene.

Comments

kelpcough

2025-03-16

love this song with a passion

lantany

2025-03-15

[lyrics]

Yeah I know
Know what you're thinking
It seems like I
Just can't stop making
Everything about myself
Time goes by
And nothing's changing
But I stay here
And I stay waiting
All the time
I'm out of my mind
And I tell you I'll be better
But I can't guarantee it
'Cause when you say that you think I'm perfect
I really just can't see it
When I'm standing in the bathroom
And I'm crying in the mirror
'Cause I just can't stop wondering
How could I get so soft?

(Who’s else can relate to these lyrics lol)

hafizpahang

2025-03-14

The experimental tracks on this album are incredibly underrated imo, I'm looking forward to their next album where J said there's going to be more experimental tracks