: Dark, "lasering" rave-pop mixed with orchestral breaks and urgent vocals. Part II: Formentera II (Released October 13, 2023)

The Formentera "piece" is an split across two albums by the indie rock band Metric . Released in two parts between 2022 and 2023, the project explores themes of escapism, anxiety, and the digital age. Part I: Formentera (Released July 8, 2022)

The second half completes the cycle, offering what critics call some of the band's most "genre-defying" work to date. It continues the pursuit of independent, timeless songwriting that the band has maintained for over two decades.

The first installment is described as a "metaphysical paradise" that contrasts with the bleak reality of the early 2020s. It is characterized by long-form compositions and a blend of synth-pop and indie rock.

: "All Comes Crashing," "What Feels Like Eternity," and "False Dichotomy".

: A 10-minute epic opening track that addresses the exhaustion of constant digital bad news.