Sadurn reveals upcoming album titled ‘The Underworld’ featuring new single “Whole Thing”
Prepare for your Sadurn return, no matter your age, as The Underworld, the highly anticipated album by the Philly indie-folk band, is set to release as a follow-up to their 2022 debut album, Radiator. The inspiration behind The Underworld stemmed from a challenging period for the band’s frontperson, G DeGroot, where they faced physical struggles that affected their ability to sing. DeGroot shared in a press release, “I was having chronic pain, problems with my voice, gut issues. It felt so urgent to try and keep things going, but my body was saying no.”
Although initially hailing from the Philly DIY scene, DeGroot’s sound on the lead single “whole thing” from The Underworld leans towards the NPR Americana genre akin to Katie Crutchfield. While hints of the band’s emo-infused house-show roots are still present in DeGroot’s vocals, the composition, arrangement, and performance of the track could seamlessly fit beside artists like Soccer Mommy in the realm of sad-indie music. However, what stands out most is the gentle twang in DeGroot’s voice and the accompanying chord progression, evoking a cozy neon-lit dive bar ambiance. The guitar solo during the bridge elevates the track even further, showcasing DeGroot’s musical prowess as they sing, “The whole thing, the whole thing/ Gets wrapped up with a string, Tied to a stone and dropped in.”
The Underworld features a tracklist including songs like “the weight,” “after we went under the bridge,” “never tell me,” “can’t stop,” “mess,” “the map,” “why does my heart,” “whole thing,” and “only angels.” Scheduled for release on 10/16 through Run For Cover, listeners can already pre-order the album.
In summary, with The Underworld, The Philly indie-folk band continues to captivate audiences with their unique sound and introspective lyrics. Fans can expect a blend of emotive storytelling, expert instrumentation, and raw vulnerability, as showcased in lead single “whole thing.” Stay tuned for the album’s official release to immerse yourself in the atmospheric world of The Underworld.