Loma, the art-rock trio known for their evocative soundscapes, is back. Emily Cross, Dan Duszynski, and Jonathan Meiburg have been cooking up something special. After a hiatus of nearly four years, they’re ready to unveil their latest project. Their new album, How Will I Live Without a Body?, is set to drop on June 28, courtesy of Sub Pop. And guess what? They’ve just dropped a new track, “How It Starts,” complete with a video directed by none other than Emily Cross herself. It’s a must-watch, folks.
The album stretches across 11 tracks, each a testament to Loma’s unique blend of sounds and stories. Recorded across three countries – England, Texas, and Germany – it’s a global effort. Dan Duszynski took the reins on mixing, while Steve Fallone at New York’s Sterling Sound handled the mastering. Following their 2020 album, Don’t Shy Away, this new release dives deep into themes of partnership, loss, and the beauty of regeneration. It’s a reflection, a meditation, and perhaps, a conversation.
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Ever read that Rising interview titled “Get to Know Loma, Who Make Shadowy Indie Rock That Sounds Like a Séance”? If not, you’re missing out. It’s a peek into the minds behind the music, a glimpse of the shadows where their indie rock lurks. Now, let’s talk tunes. The tracklist reads like a map to an uncharted land, starting with “Please, Come In” and winding its way through emotional landscapes with “Arrhythmia,” “Unbraiding,” and “I Swallowed a Stone.” By the time you hit “How It Starts,” you’re deep in the heart of Loma’s world, only to be guided through the dark with “Dark Trio” and “A Steady Mind.” The journey concludes with “Turnaround,” but the echoes of “Pink Sky” and “Broken Doorbell” linger long after.
So, there you have it—Loma’s latest is a journey waiting to be embarked upon. With each song, a new layer of their intricate world unfolds, inviting listeners into the depths of their collective psyche. It’s an album that promises to be as haunting as it is beautiful, a reflection on the human condition through the lens of art-rock. June 28 can’t come soon enough.
