UK Post-Rock collective Pijn pubished the track “On The Far Side Of Morning” taken from upcoming album “From Low Beams Of Hope” due out on June 28, 2024. Watch the video through the YouTube player below:
Post-rock collective Pijn are a uniquely brilliant, and brilliantly unique proposition. Based next to the UK’s infamous Strangeways Prison, the group have captivated audiences worldwide for nearly eight years. Their upcoming album, “From Low Beams Of Hope,” to be released on 28th June by Floodlit Recordings, promises to elevate their artistry to new, breathtaking levels.
“From Low Beams Of Hope” represents Pijn‘s most Avant-Garde creation yet, delving into realms of introspection beyond their prior discography. An enchanting opus spanning four tracks and clocking in at just over forty-five minutes. Departing from conventional songwriting, the album embraces a cohesive thematic approach, immersing listeners in a visceral whirlwind of emotions where positivity intertwines with profound melancholy. Notably, this release signifies a significant milestone as the band’s inaugural album under their independent label, Floodlit Recordings, showcasing a seamless journey from inception through recording, mixing, mastering, and eventual release.
Comments Guitarist/Producer Joe Clayton: “From Low Beams of Hope is an album with more of an abstract feel than our previous records. Where Floodlit and Loss were a very focused reaction to grief, From Low Beams Of Hope came from an attempt to get perspective on the passage of life, thematically and sonically embracing our own experiences in an attempt to create something that can feel at once uplifting and exciting, vulnerable and reflective, yet was made in fragmented and difficult surroundings.“
Audio clips sourced from the band’s touring and studio experiences form the foundation of “From Low Beams Of Hope.” These snippets of chatter, in-jokes and camaraderie only become prominent in the album’s softer, more melancholic moments. Additionally, the introductory poem sets the tone for the record, highlighting themes of impermanence, perspective, regret, and respite. An incredibly immersive and mind-expanding listening experience, the album showcases the collective’s growth since their previous releases. This includes their 2020 reimagining of their debut album, “Loss” (originally from 2018), as well as the highly acclaimed collaboration with Conjurer, Curse These Metal Hands.
Appropriately, in line with the themes explored in “From Low Beams Of Hope,” Pijn will be launching a bonus ambient EP. This EP features reimagined versions of album tracks, showcasing the band’s desire to delve into more minimalist, classical-influenced compositions. Each track on the bonus EP is derived from stems of the original LP tracks and “reacted” to, providing a clear demonstration of the unique perspective presented in “From Low Beams Of Hope.”
Suffice to say, “From Low Beams Of Hope” was carefully created with great attention to detail. It’s not surprising considering that it was recorded twice due to changes in the band’s lineup and a studio flood. The work on this album originally started back in 2019, a whole era ago. However, this extended timeline allowed the band ample time to experiment and enhance the final outcome.
And what a final product it is – over four tracks, and just over forty-five minutes, “From Low Beams Of Hope” dazzles and beguiles. A completely immersive, mind-expandingly-good listen, the album is testament to how much the collective have learned since their last records – 2020’s reimagining of their debut, “Loss” (originally 2018), and the globally-lauded Curse These Metal Hands collaboration with Conjurer.
Their performances at prominent events like Roadburn, ArcTanGent‘s main stage, Portals Fest alongside The Armed, Vennart, Oathbreaker, Inter Arma, Pelican and beyond have showcased their musical prowess across Europe and the UK. Pijn stands out as a rare musical ensemble that consistently reveals hidden treasures with each listen, and their latest offering, “From Low Beams Of Hope,” is no different.
Pre-Order the album on Bandcamp: https://pijn.bandcamp.com/album/from-low-beams-of-hope
Tracklist:
1 Our Endless Hours
2 Carved Expanse
3 On The Far Side Of Morning
4 A Thousand Tired Lives
Lineup:
Joe Clayton / Guitar
Jon Vernon / Drums
Maggie Lister / Cello
Ed Bottomley / Bass, Saxophone
Thomas Ragsdale / Tape Loops, Bass VI, Keys
Claire Northey / Violin (studio)
Forthcoming Gigs/Tour Dates:
Jul 13: UK, Nottingham – Mangata Festival
Oct 26: NL, Maastricht – Samhain Festival
Nov 2: UK, Manchester – Damnation Festival