José González - Against the Dying of the Light (Vinyl)
José González has delivered a new album, Against the Dying of the Light, a companion and further meditation on the themes of his critically acclaimed album, Local Valley. Where Local Valley turned inward toward place, language, and personal reflection, this new record widens its gaze, becoming an urgent call to preserve the light of humanity with all its flaws, at a moment when, technology increasingly shapes how we think, feel, and relate to one another.
While José has always embraced technological advancement, he questions the assumption that every new possibility must be pursued to its maximum potential, especially when progress comes at the expense of human flourishing, attention, and empathy.
Across the album, González works within a deliberately minimal framework, pushing his familiar palette to new heights through subtle variation, restraint, and detail. Each song unfolds with its own distinct character, proving how much emotional and musical range can be achieved within self - imposed limitations.
Written in English, Swedish, and Spanish, the record reflects his Swedish - Argentine roots and frames its humanist message as a global one rather than a purely personal or political statement.
Available on indie exclusive white vinyl / standard black vinyl & CD.
Tracklist:
01. A Perfect Storm
02. Etyd
03. Against the Dying of the Light
04. For Every Dusk
05. Sheet
06. Pajarito
07. Losing Game (Sick)
08. Ay Querida
09. U / Rawls Slöja
10. Gymnasten
11. Just a Rock
12. You & We
13. Joy (Can't Help But Sing)
José González has delivered a new album, Against the Dying of the Light, a companion and further meditation on the themes of his critically acclaimed album, Local Valley. Where Local Valley turned inward toward place, language, and personal reflection, this new record widens its gaze, becoming an urgent call to preserve the light of humanity with all its flaws, at a moment when, technology increasingly shapes how we think, feel, and relate to one another.
While José has always embraced technological advancement, he questions the assumption that every new possibility must be pursued to its maximum potential, especially when progress comes at the expense of human flourishing, attention, and empathy.
Across the album, González works within a deliberately minimal framework, pushing his familiar palette to new heights through subtle variation, restraint, and detail. Each song unfolds with its own distinct character, proving how much emotional and musical range can be achieved within self - imposed limitations.
Written in English, Swedish, and Spanish, the record reflects his Swedish - Argentine roots and frames its humanist message as a global one rather than a purely personal or political statement.
Available on indie exclusive white vinyl / standard black vinyl & CD.
Tracklist:
01. A Perfect Storm
02. Etyd
03. Against the Dying of the Light
04. For Every Dusk
05. Sheet
06. Pajarito
07. Losing Game (Sick)
08. Ay Querida
09. U / Rawls Slöja
10. Gymnasten
11. Just a Rock
12. You & We
13. Joy (Can't Help But Sing)
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