‘Marble Halls’ by Dream-Pop Duo Marble Raft Architects Time to Decipher Who We Are

The name ‘Marble Halls’ immediately reminded me of the Legend Enya. Eras change, the storytellers change, yet the essence of their stories remains the same. Enya dreams of the past, while Marble Raft claims the future from the present—weaving them both is love at the core. Swedish dream-pop duo Marble Raft is crafting music that feels nostalgic and otherworldly at the same time. ‘Marble Halls’ is the third-in-line, shimmering multi-layered number, after ‘Rites of Passage’ and ‘To Have and to Hold and to Break’, from their upcoming album Dear Infrastructure.

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‘Marble Halls’ is a fusion of lush sonic textures and evocative storytelling, an unconventional song that sways like a ghostly waltz within concrete (read Marble Halls) opulence. “To replenish what has crumbled in these parts. Stay here. Watch the sunrise… All of this is ours to claim. Shake it down… We have so much time. Endless nights to rebuild and to decipher who we are… Wear this broken crown. Brighter..” This is a tale of lovers once lost and found, wanderers turned explorers. Standing amid the ruins of a world they never dreamt of, they see hope even in the remnants. Using time to architect their future and surrendering to love as their guiding force.

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Blending twelve-string guitars with cascading synth layers and delicate glockenspiel, the effect is mesmerizing. The song’s rich instrumentation and the interplay of Olle Söderström and Gabrielle Werme Baker’s vocals add an almost hypnotic quality, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The track leans into indie pop but flirts with elements of dream pop, shoegaze, and psych-pop, creating an immersive listening experience. If this song is any indication, their upcoming album Dear Infrastructure is set to be an unforgettable journey.