Tunnel Blanket is the third studio album by American post-rock band This Will Destroy You, marking a significant stylistic departure for the group. The album represents a darker evolution in the band's sound, consisting of drone-style music that the band members describe as doomgaze (a cross between doom metal and shoegazing). This stylistic shift demonstrates the band's willingness to push beyond the traditional post-rock boundaries they had previously explored, embracing heavier and more atmospheric elements.
It is described as dark, with a theme of death, reflecting a more somber and introspective approach compared to their earlier work. This thematic focus on mortality gives the album a cohesive emotional weight that permeates throughout its drone-laden compositions.
Tunnel Blanket also marks an important milestone in the band's lineup, as this is the first album to feature bassist/keyboardist Donovan Jones and drummer Alex Bhore. These new members brought fresh perspectives to the band's creative process, likely contributing to the album's bold sonic experimentation and departure from their established sound.
