Today artist Natalie Merchant has announced the release of her new single “Tower of Babel,” which is out now with new video. In the press release Merchant describes the meaning behind her latest tune.
“As much as I had wanted to not let events in the world intrude, I couldn’t disregard the prevailing atmosphere of fear and confusion that we have been living in as a result of the pandemic, climate crisis, economic instability, insane politics, violent insurrection and the shocking fallout from the conservative-stacked reactionary Supreme Court.”
The “Tower of Babel” is a soul-inflected track which features horn arrangements by trombone player Steve Davis. The tune follows the first single and video, “Come On, Aphrodite” from Merchant’s upcoming album Keep Your Courage, which set for release on April 14 by Nonesuch Records.
Produced by Merchant, Keep Your Courage is the artist’s ninth solo studio album and the latest new material since 2014’s self-titled record. In the words of Uncut, “‘Keep Your Courage,’ almost decade in the making, finds Merchant as witty and welcoming as always, turning her gaze to what helps us endure life’s ups and downs.”
Merchant’s and Nonesuch Store pre-orders include access to an exclusive virtual pre-release listening event on April 6 by FlyMachine, which features features songs from the new album and a conversation between Merchant and radio host Carmel Holt.
Further details will be sent prior to the event. A link and unique access code will be sent by April 5. Re-stream access will be available for 72 hours.
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