Hammock reveals upcoming album “The Second Coming Was A Moonrise” and shares…
Ambient music duo Hammock has announced their upcoming album, “The Second Coming Was A Moonrise,” which is slated for release on May 22nd. Along with this exciting news, they have premiered two new tracks that exemplify the emotional breadth and depth of their evolving sound.
The duo, consisting of Marc Byrd and Andrew Thompson, has carved out a niche for themselves by blending ambient, post-rock, and neoclassical elements into their music. Their latest tracks, “Chemicals Make You Small” and “The Unsetting Sun,” showcase their musical versatility and willingness to experiment with different sounds and textures.
“Chemicals Make You Small” is a standout track on the album, featuring vocals from Wayne Coyne and Steven Drozd of The Flaming Lips. Coyne’s unique voice adds a human touch to the track’s dreamy and introspective vibe, creating a captivating listening experience. On the other hand, “The Unsetting Sun” embodies Hammock’s signature slow-building style, drawing listeners in with its meditative pace and emotional depth.
Despite having more than two decades of experience in the music industry, Hammock continues to defy easy categorization with their genre-blending sound. Their music is characterized by layered guitars, ethereal textures, and expansive soundscapes that strike a delicate balance between intimacy and grandeur. “The Second Coming Was A Moonrise” builds on this foundation while exploring new sonic territories, promising listeners a truly immersive and transportive musical journey.
The album draws inspiration from a pivotal moment in Byrd’s youth, where a misunderstood moonrise during an LSD trip sparked thoughts of the Rapture. This event serves as a backdrop for a larger exploration of perception, belief, and the act of letting go. While much of the album is instrumental, the sparing use of vocals adds a layer of emotional depth and clarity to the music, cutting through the atmospheric compositions with purpose and intent.
Collaborations with artists like Christine Byrd, Matt Kidd, Matthew Doty, Chad Howat, and Jake Finch further enrich the album’s sonic palette, creating a textured and vibrant musical landscape. With “The Second Coming Was A Moonrise,” Hammock invites listeners to embrace the duality of their music—grounded yet ethereal, intimate yet cosmic. It is an immersive body of work that encourages reflection, introspection, and a deeper connection to the vast emotional universe within their music.