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DeMarco has mentioned having Masons in his family and was fascinated by the "anthropological" aspect of the ritual. He used the concept as a metaphor for his own isolation while recording in his home studio after being burnt out by fame. Musical Foundation: Shigeo Sekito

In the Masonic sense, you leave the "chamber" and join the fraternity of "better men" after finding clarity. chamber_of_reflection_mac_demarco_live_cover

The hypnotic, ethereal synth line that defines the track is an (or re-recording) of the melody from "The Word II" (1975) by Japanese artist Shigeo Sekito . DeMarco has mentioned having Masons in his family

"Chamber of Reflection" is arguably Mac DeMarco’s most introspective and deeply symbolic work, representing a turning point from his "goofy" slacker image toward a more mature, contemplative sound. chamber_of_reflection_mac_demarco_live_cover