BEACHWOOD SPARKS RETURN AFTER 12 YEAR HIATUS
SHARE VIDEO FOR FIRST SINGLE 'TORN IN TWO' OUT TODAY
NEW ALBUM 'ACROSS THE RIVER OF STARS' PRODUCED BY CHRIS ROBINSON OUT JULY 19 ON CURATION RECORDS
LIVE SHOWS ANNOUNCED WITH MORE TO BE ADDED
Photo: Kathleen Nicholson
After a 12 year hiatus, Beachwood Sparks return with a long-awaited new album, "Across The River Of Stars," produced by Chris Robinson (The Black Crowes). The lineup features original members/founders Chris Gunst (Guitar/Vocals), Brent Rademaker (Bass/Vocals), and Farmer Dave Scher (Lap Steel/Keys/Vocals), along with Ben Knight (Guitar), Jen Cohen Gunst (Keys/Guitar) and Andres Renteria (Drums). Featuring their blend of cosmic Americana and dreamy melodies, the band will also grace the live stage once again, with their unique and often mesmerizing performances.
The single, "Torn In Two," is out today, and showcases the band's signature Western swing and the blend of soft, expressive vocals of Chris Gunst, cresting with a triumphant guitar solo that electrifies the soul. With Chris Robinson's seasoned touch, the track captures the raw energy of Neil Young's Zuma era, while weaving a narrative of West Coast environmentalism. The band's return is marked by both familiarity and evolution. The accompanying video features animation by Mark Neeley and you can watch that here.
Beachwood Sparks pioneered the indie-country genre, pushing Americana into experimental territories with their fusion of twangy country vibes and psychedelic sounds. Their unique niche in the indie music landscape is marked by ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics, influencing countless artists and shaping the "weirder" side of Americana music. With the release of "Across The River Of Stars", their legacy as genre innovators continues to grow, solidifying their place as trailblazers in the indie-country movement.
Their albums "Beachwood Sparks," "Once We Were Trees," and "The Tarnished Gold," released under Sub Pop Records, have earned widespread critical acclaim. Each album showcases their distinctive blend of psychedelic country, praised for dreamy melodies, lush instrumentation, and evocative songwriting. Their self-titled debut established them as indie-country innovators, while "Once We Were Trees" further solidified their reputation with introspective lyrics and ethereal soundscapes. "The Tarnished Gold" continued their legacy, displaying musical growth while maintaining timeless appeal.
The band recently announced live dates, with more to be added.
‘Across The River Of Stars’ tracklist:
My Love My Love (meet The Love Puppets)
Falling Forever
Gentle Samurai
Gem
Faded Glory
Dolphin Dance
High Noon
Wild Swans
Live Shows (more to be announced):
July 20 Great American Music Hall San Francisco, CA
July 27 Lodge Room Los Angeles, CA
Aug 1 Mercury Lounge New York, NY (early show)
Aug 3 AVLFest Asheville, NC
Sept 28 Evolution Festival St Louis, MO
For press inquiries: Jo Murray
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