Previously I’ve written about the striking connection between The Beach Boys and Animal Collective. But Grizzly Bear has its own fair share of resemblance to the 60’s psychedelic surf rock powerhouse. Mainly through its emphasis on 3-part and 4-part harmonies and falsetto vocal styles. This is probably most evident on “Two Weeks”, Grizzly Bear’s buoyant, yet somewhat dark ode to taking time off. The choral harmonies are a rare and beautiful thing.

“Save up all the days. A routine malaise.”