Sunglaciers to release fourth album titled Spiritual Content
Sunglaciers, comprised of Evan Resnik, Mathieu Blanchard, Nyssa Brown, and Kyle Crough, continues to make their mark with their latest album, Spiritual Content. This release follows their previous albums, Foreign Bodies, Subterranea, and Regular Nature. “Eye to Eye” serves as the first glimpse into what this new album has to offer.
Resnik delves into the meaning behind “Eye to Eye,” expressing how the song reflects the commonalities we share with one another that are often overshadowed by insignificant differences amplified by social media and traditional media. Through the use of old footage, movies, and propaganda, the band showcases both humanity’s creative and destructive abilities. Resnik includes intricate elements such as sped-up footage, reversed sequences, and beautiful flower timelapses to underscore the urgency in slowing down and reassessing our direction, as it often feels like we are careening towards our own downfall.
The band collectively speaks about the essence of Spiritual Content, stating that it is a diverse compilation of songs that cross various genres such as experimental rock, post-punk, and art rock. They aim to create a cohesive and unique listening experience that offers catchy tunes on the surface but reveals deeper intricacies upon closer inspection. The album serves as a testament to their growth and exploration, emerging from the monotony of daily life in search of something greater and more universal. Each track on Spiritual Content exudes a sense of tenderness, even in its most spirited moments.
Thematically, the album delves into love, passion, acceptance, and perseverance, drawing inspiration from personal experiences, as well as the stories of historical and contemporary figures. Sunglaciers aspires to elevate their music to a higher plane, escaping the shadows of modern anxieties and embracing the mystical elements that infuse purpose and wonder into existence.
With tracks like “Dead Stop,” “Not Yourself,” “Starting to Come Back,” “Future Free,” “Intention,” “Ballad for Eddy,” “Only Love,” and “Wait,” Spiritual Content promises to take listeners on a journey that is both introspective and liberating. Sunglaciers’ latest offering is a testament to their evolution as artists and their commitment to creating music that resonates on a deeper level with their audience.