Car Seat Headrest – Teens of Denial

Car Seat Headrest’s Teens of Denial marks a turning point, ditching bedroom recordings for a full-band, “classic rock grandeur” sound. Will Toledo’s songwriting remains personal and intricate, exploring a difficult year through relatable themes of loneliness in the digital age, the search for meaning, and the anxieties of young adulthood. The album weaves in cultural references like Frank Sinatra and “Mad Men,” alongside bursts of punk energy, soaring instrumentals, and introspective lyrics that shift between vulnerability and self-awareness. Teens of Denial is a complex and captivating journey, capturing the frustrations and aspirations of a generation raised on information overload.