Broken Bells - Into The Blue (official Video) [PRO]

The video features kaleidoscopic and psychedelic imagery that mirrors the song's blend of '60s psychedelia, '70s rock, and '80s new wave. It heavily utilizes surreal, looping animations and space-themed motifs, reflecting the album's concept of "lifting off" into the unknown. Thematic Elements

The video premiered on October 7, 2022 , coinciding with the full album release. Broken Bells - Into The Blue (Official Video) Broken Bells - Into The Blue (Official Video)

James Mercer has described "the blue" as representing a form of oblivion , though not in a negative way; rather, it’s a sense of freedom and discovery. The video captures this through its dreamlike, drifting visuals. Chew’s work on this album cycle uses a

The video is part of a visual series directed by Johnny Chew . Chew’s work on this album cycle uses a "retro-modern" aesthetic inspired by space-time travel. Creative Direction & Visual Style

The visual pacing aligns with the track's cinematic arrangements , which include lush orchestral strings and organs—a hallmark of the collaboration between producer Danger Mouse and James Mercer . Production Background

The official music video for "Into The Blue" serves as the atmospheric title track for ' 2022 album, marking the duo's return after an eight-year hiatus. Creative Direction & Visual Style