Kaprekar’s Constant continues to increase excited anticipation of its forthcoming album “The Murder Wall” with the release of a second single. An edited version of A Silent Drum will be released on February 25, 2022 via Talking Elephant Records.
The song continues the theme of “The Murder Wall,” telling another story of an attempt to conquer the north face of the Eiger. Inspired by the book The Eiger Obsession the song traces the journey of John Harlin 111 who reached the summit forty years after his father – John Harlin 11 – fell to his death attempting the same climb.
Lyrically the story is told from the father’s perspective – acknowledging that his death has created his son’s obsession and his sorrow at not being able to witness his final success.
Musically quieter moments reflect the doubts and hopes and give way to a persuasive determination. The obsession becomes an insistent, repetitive beat of a drum that you can feel but not hear, yet urging on to achieve the prize.
“A Silent Drum” will be available to purchase from all digital platforms on February 25, 2022. The full album will be released on March 25, 2022 and can be pre-ordered from Bandcamp: https://talkingelephantrecords.bandcamp.com
Full information about “The Murder Wall” is available here: www.kaprekarsconstant.com
