Sylvan Esso – “On & On”
After a surprising turn into noisy guitar chaos on last year's " Hot Slob ," Sylvan Esso announced their new album Ow ∞ last month and shared its Sigur Rós-sampling lead single " Concrete Glen ." The song, which incorporates the gorgeous, familiar-yet-alien sound of Jonsi's vocals from "Svefn-g-englar," marked a return to the duo's usual speciality of folk-informed, forward-thinking pop. Today…
Sylvan Esso, the talented folk-informed pop duo, has unveiled their highly anticipated new album Ow ∞, set to release on September 11 under Psychic Hotline. The album boasts a diverse lineup of musicians, including Grammy-nominated Glenn Kotche from Wilco, Wye Oak's Jenn Wasner, Daniel Aged, Jake Luppen, and TJ Maiani. The album's lead single, "Concrete Glen," pays homage to Sigur Rós with its mesmerizing sampling of Jonsi's vocals, a signature trait for the duo.
"On & On" is the latest track from Ow ∞ and continues Sylvan Esso's knack for crafting frenetic yet melancholic music. The song paints a vivid picture of navigating a world that moves at an unsettlingly rapid pace while finding harmony in one's surroundings. Alongside the core members Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn, "On & On" features a star-studded ensemble of musicians, contributing their unique talents to the track.
Sylvan Esso has also organized listening parties for the album's release across the globe, offering fans the chance to experience the new music in person. These parties will take place on September 3 in various cities, including Mexico City, Taipei, Tokyo, Dublin, London, Berlin, San Diego, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Denver, Portland, Austin, Dallas, and West Palm Beach. Fans can pre-order Ow ∞ on Psychic Hotline and ensure they don't miss this electrifying addition to the duo's impressive discography.
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