The Vacant Lots - Closure

Closure is the fourth album by New York duo The Vacant Lots, composed of Jared Artaud and Brian MacFadyen.

Recorded in isolation, the record delivers eight tracks of minimalist post-punk and synth-pop, where sharp guitars and metallic synths blend with precise beats and restrained yet powerful energy. The sound recalls influences such as New Order and The Jesus and Mary Chain while maintaining a distinct, cold and refined identity. Lyrically, the album explores themes of closure, transformation and release, suggesting that the end of a cycle can also mark a new beginning. Closure stands as a compact, direct and emotionally charged work that captures the band’s sense of urgency and nocturnal atmosphere.