"Morning Phase" has already been described as a kind of sequel to "Sea Change," Beck's classic album from 2002
The line-up of "Morning Phase" is also similar to that of "Sea Change": musicians like Joey Waronker, Justin Meldal-Johnson, Smokey Hormel, Jason Falkner and Roger Joseph Manning Jr. are back

Picking up on the stunning harmonies, exquisite songwriting of Beck and the amazing emotional impact of "Sea Change," "Morning Phase" simultaneously surges forward unstoppably with infectious optimism. The new release marks the preliminary culmination of a breathtaking creative period. It's definitely fair to say that the multi-talented artist has had a few high points in his career
In 2012, Beck released a lushly designed book titled "Song Reader," which included the sheet music to 20 new, unreleased Beck songs to play yourself, inspiring artists worldwide to put their stamp on the compositions. The book also included a reinterpretation of David Bowie's "Sound + Vision" - complete with 160-piece orchestra and 360° live interactive recording
Then, in the summer of 2013, Beck released three highly acclaimed singles (digitally and on 12" vinyl) - "Defriended," "I Won't Be Long" and "Gimmie."

"Morning Phase" is the 12th album from all-rounder Beck and quite a thoughtful one
The newcomer offers 13 beautiful, perfectly formed songs of orchestrated folk, with the typical nebulous Beck vocals on top.