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NEW ALBUM, ON SUNSET TO BE RELEASED JUNE 12th ON VERVE FORECAST
NEW TRACK “EARTH BEAT” (featuring Col3trane) AVAILABLE NOW
Today Paul Weller shares a new song “Earth Beat” (featuring Col3trane) from his 15th studio album On Sunset which comes out June 12th on Verve Forecast.
Today Paul Weller shares “Earth Beat,” available now on all digital platforms. With its cutting-edge R&B feel, “Earth Beat” features guest vocals from the US-born singer Col3trane.
LISTEN TO “EARTH BEAT”
On Sunset features ten modern Paul Weller songs. It’s a soul album, but at the same time it’s also an electronic album, an orchestral album, an album packed with masterly pop songs and heart-tugging ballads, and an album filled with touches of experimentalism. It’s also an album that sees Weller taking a rare glance into the rear-view mirror as he speeds into the 2020s.
Weller started work on On Sunset soon after finishing 2018’s True Meanings. Opening track “Mirror Ball” was from the TM sessions and originally slated as a b-side. Thankfully it was rescued for On Sunset as it’s shimmering opener.
As ever, Weller retains a rigorous forward-looking focus when it comes to seeking out the best contemporary sounds and music. But lyrically, Weller is also starting to look back on the past with the insight of age especially on songs like “Old Father Thyme”.
Most of the album sees Weller multi-tasking on various instruments with accompaniment from his regular band – Ben Gordelier appears on all tracks and Andy Crofts on most whilst Steve Cradock pops up with his guitar on 4 songs. An eclectic and sometimes surprising gathering of guests appear on On Sunset including Slade’s Jim Lea contributing violin to the Bonzos-esque “Equanimity”, and Paul’s old Style Council chum Mick Talbot adds his signature Hammond Organ sound to 3 tracks. The beautifully lush “More” features a verse sung by French singer Julie Gros, from the band Le Superhomard (whose album Meadow Lane Park was one of Weller’s favourites of 2019) as well as the return of The Strype’s guitarist Josh McClorey. English folk trio The Staves contribute backing vocals for 3 tracks. Once again Hannah Peel sprinkles her magic over the album with string arrangements and The Paraorchestra were invited to add their expertise to 4 tracks.
ON SUNSET
TRACK-LISTING:
MIRROR BALL
BAPTISTE
OLD FATHER THYME
VILLAGE
MORE
ON SUNSET
EQUANIMITY
WALKIN’
EARTH BEAT
ROCKETS.
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FORTHCOMING ALBUM ON SUNSET OUT JUNE 19TH
INCLUDES NEW SINGLE “VILLAGE”
Paul Weller releases his gorgeous new song “Village” today, May 7th. “Village” is the second new track to be debuted from his hotly-anticipated new album On Sunset, which is scheduled to be released on June 19th (Verve Forecast).
“Village” is a dreamy and beautiful meditation sung from the decidedly un-rock’n’roll perspective of a man who is entirely happy with his state in life. “It’s a response to being told that we’ve all got to explore the Amazon and climb Everest to make our lives complete,” says Weller. “And there’s a guy who says, fuck all that, I’ve got heaven around me.”.
“Village” was written by Weller and his long-time producer Jan ‘Stan’ Kybert. The track features Paul’s old Style Council partner Mick Talbot on keyboards.
LISTEN TO “VILLAGE” HERE: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/VillagetPR
Paul began working on the forthcoming new album On Sunset very soon after finishing 2018’s masterpiece “True Meanings”. On Sunset features ten classic yet modern Paul Weller songs including masterly pop classics, heart-tugging ballads and occasional touches of experimentalism. It’s an album that sees Weller taking a rare glance into the rear-view mirror as he speeds into the 2020s.
Written and recorded at Black Barn Studios in Surrey, On Sunset was produced by Jan “Stan” Kybert and Paul himself with help from Charles Rees. String arrangements by Hannah Peel.
As well as digitally, the album is released on CD, Deluxe CD (includes extra tracks), double gatefold vinyl, coloured vinyl and cassette.
On Sunset pre-order link: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/OnSunsetPR
Standard Track listing:
1. Mirror Ball
2. Baptiste
3. Old Father Tyme
4. Village
5. More
6. On Sunset
7. Equanimity
8. Walkin’
9. Earth Beat
10. Rockets
Deluxe Bonus Tracks:
11. 4th Dimension
12. Ploughman
13. I’ll think of Something
14. On Sunset (Orchestral mix)
15. Baptiste (instrumental version)
FORTHCOMING ALBUM, ON SUNSET RESCHEDULED TO RELEASE JULY 3
INCLUDES NEW SINGLE “VILLAGE”
PHYSICAL COPIES AVAILABLE JULY 31
Paul Weller has changed the release of his forthcoming new album, On Sunset, to July 3rd. As well as digitally, the album is released on CD, Deluxe CD (includes extra tracks), double gatefold vinyl, coloured vinyl and cassette on July 31st.
On Sunset includes the gorgeous new song “Village”. “Village” is a dreamy and beautiful meditation sung from the decidedly un-rock’n’roll perspective of a man who is entirely happy with his state in life. “It’s a response to being told that we’ve all got to explore the Amazon and climb Everest to make our lives complete,” says Weller. “And there’s a guy who says, fuck all that, I’ve got heaven around me.”
“Village” was written by Weller and his long-time producer Jan ‘Stan’ Kybert. The track features Paul’s old Style Council partner Mick Talbot on keyboards.
LISTEN TO “VILLAGE” HERE: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/VillagetPR
Paul began working on the forthcoming new album On Sunset very soon after finishing 2018’s masterpiece “True Meanings”. On Sunset features ten classic yet modern Paul Weller songs including masterly pop classics, heart-tugging ballads and occasional touches of experimentalism. It’s an album that sees Weller taking a rare glance into the rear-view mirror as he speeds into the 2020s.
Written and recorded at Black Barn Studios in Surrey, On Sunset was produced by Jan “Stan” Kybert and Paul himself with help from Charles Rees. String arrangements by Hannah Peel.
As well as digitally, the album is released on CD, Deluxe CD (includes extra tracks), double gatefold vinyl, coloured vinyl and cassette.
On Sunset pre-order link: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/OnSunsetPR
Paul Weller
Verve Forecast
On Sunset
July 3rd, 2020
Standard Track listing:
1. Mirror Ball
2. Baptiste
3. Old Father Tyme
4. Village
5. More
6. On Sunset
7. Equanimity
8. Walkin’
9. Earth Beat
10. Rockets
Deluxe Bonus Tracks:
11. 4th Dimension
12. Ploughman
13. I’ll think of Something
14. On Sunset (Orchestral mix)
15. Baptiste (instrumental version)
FORTHCOMING ALBUM ON SUNSET OUT TODAY ON POLYDOR RECORDS
INCLUDES NEW SINGLES “VILLAGE,” “EARTH BEAT,” AND “MORE”
PHYSICAL COPIES AVAILABLE JULY 31
A wide-ranging melange of electronic, soul, pop, and orchestral music that highlights Weller’s hunger for new sounds.”
Rolling Stone
“There’s a lot going on, but the way it is all held in balance is magnificent.”
UNCUT 8/10
“A creature of ever-changing moods – variously reflective, joyous, hymnal, funny, political, contented.”
Mojo****
“A prolific, world class songwriter and expert arranger.”
American Songwriter
“Impressive.”
The Guardian****
LISTEN TO ON SUNSET HERE: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/OnSunsetPR
WATCH ON SUNSET VIDEO SHOT IN LA PRE-LOCKDOWN BY DIRECTOR MARTIN KOVALENKO HERE: https://PaulWeller.lnk.to/OnSunsetPR
With a creative peak that continues to shoot skyward, On Sunset features ten classic yet modern Paul Weller songs. On Sunset is a soul album. At the same time, it’s also an electronic album, an orchestral album, an album packed with masterly pop songs and heart-tugging ballads, and an album filled with touches of experimentalism. It’s also an album that sees Weller taking a rare glance into the rear-view mirror as he speeds into the 2020s. As ever, Weller retains a rigorous forward-looking focus when it comes to seeking out the best contemporary sounds and music, but lyrically, Weller – back on his old home, Polydor Records for the first time since the Style Council days – is also starting to look back on the past with the insight of age and experience.
Opening track “Mirror Ball” was from the TM sessions and originally slated as a B-side. Thankfully it was rescued for On Sunset as it’s shimmering opener. As ever, Weller retains a rigorous forward-looking focus when it comes to seeking out the best contemporary sounds and music. But lyrically, Weller is also starting to look back on the past with the insight of age especially on songs like “Old Father Thyme”.
Most of the album sees Weller multi-tasking on various instruments with accompaniment from his regular band – Ben Gordelier appears on all tracks and Andy Crofts on most whilst Steve Cradock pops up with his guitar on 4 songs. An eclectic and sometimes surprising gathering of guests appear on On Sunset including Slade’s Jim Lea contributing violin to the Bonzos-esque “Equanimity”, Col3trane on “Earth Beat,” and Paul’s old Style Council chum Mick Talbot adds his signature Hammond Organ sound to 3 tracks. The beautifully lush “More” features a verse sung by French singer Julie Gros, from the band Le Superhomard (whose album Meadow Lane Park was one of Weller’s favorites of 2019) as well as the return of The Strype’s guitarist Josh McClorey. English folk trio The Staves contribute backing vocals for 3 tracks. Once again Hannah Peel sprinkles her magic over the album with string arrangements and The Paraorchestra were invited to add their expertise to 4 tracks.
The 10 tracks on the album are:
MIRROR BALL / BAPTISTE / OLD FATHER THYME / VILLAGE / MORE / ON SUNSET / EQUANIMITY / WALKIN’ / EARTH BEAT / ROCKETS.
Written and recorded at Black Barn Studios in Surrey, On Sunset was produced by Jan “Stan” Kybert and Paul himself with help from Charles Rees. String arrangements by Hannah Peel.
As well as digitally, the album is released on CD, Deluxe CD (includes extra tracks), double gatefold vinyl, colored vinyl and good old-school cassette.
For more news and rescheduled tour dates go to: www.paulweller.com
Paul Weller
Verve Forecast
On Sunset
July 3, 2020
Standard Track listing:
1. Mirror Ball
2. Baptiste
3. Old Father Tyme
4. Village
5. More
6. On Sunset
7. Equanimity
8. Walkin’
9. Earth Beat
10. Rockets
Deluxe Bonus Tracks:
11. 4th Dimension
12. Ploughman
13. I’ll think of Something
14. On Sunset (Orchestral mix)
15. Baptiste (instrumental version)
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