The Morning Benders – Big Echo

Big Echo is the second studio album by The Morning Benders, released in 2010, marking a major step forward in the band's sound with its blend of indie pop, dream pop and alternative rock.

Co-produced by Chris Taylor of Grizzly Bear, the album is distinguished by its lush arrangements, layered vocal harmonies and the influence of the classic Wall of Sound production style, resulting in a rich and cinematic listening experience. Led by the singles "Excuses", "Promises" and "All Day Day Light", Big Echo was widely praised for the maturity of Christopher Chu's songwriting and its ambitious musical direction, establishing itself as one of the standout indie releases of the early 2010s.