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Australian psych-folk band Trappist Afterland has once again mesmerized their listeners with their latest album “Evergreen/Walk to Paradise Garden”. The nine-track album, released on 22/11/24, is a beautiful and haunting combination of traditional folk and psychedelic elements that transport the listeners into an otherworldly realm.
Led by frontman Adam Cole, the band is known for their unique sound that blends together rich and haunting vocals with intricate and layered instrumentals. With this album, Trappist Afterland has truly reached a new height in their musical journey, showcasing their growth and maturity as a band. The album features renowned artists such as UK guitar maestro Henry Parker, trad folk sensation Angeline Morrison, multi-instrumentalist and producer Tali Trow, and visionary artist, poet, and singer David Tibet of Current 93.
Along with Cole’s long-time collaborators and bandmates Anthony Cornish, Tom Warren, and Matt Malone, they have crafted a masterpiece that defies time and trends. Each track on the album is a musical journey in itself, filled with intricate melodies that easily knot themselves around the pleasure centers of the brain. The lead single “The Squall” sets the tone for the album with its haunting vocals and hypnotic instrumentals, leaving the listeners craving for more.
The album is a reflection of Cole’s personal experiences, with the songs being sketched out during his visits to his hometown and his mother’s deteriorating health. The album beautifully captures the bittersweet emotions and memories that come with growing up and cherishing the present. The title track “Evergreen/Walk to Paradise Garden” is a powerful and moving ode to the bonds formed over a lifetime. It celebrates the idea of appreciating the present, even in the midst of turbulent times, and finding new green shoots despite the darkness that surrounds us. Trappist Afterland’s “Evergreen/Walk to Paradise Garden” is an intimate and heartfelt album that invites listeners to take a moment to reflect and appreciate the beauty of life. With their signature sound and poetic lyrics, the band creates an enchanting musical experience that will stay with the listeners long after the last note fades away. So, sit back, close your eyes, and let Trappist Afterland take you on a musical journey through their magical realm.
