Spirit Of Minnie – The New Will Varley Album

Spirit Of MinnieWill Varley has announced details of his 5th studio album, ‘Spirit Of Minnie’, released February 9, 2018 through Xtra Mile Recordings.

Following 2016’s much praised ‘Kingsdown Sundown’ and a sold out show at London’s Union Chapel, the new album marks a distinct change of direction for the singer songwriter, being the first time he has recorded with a full backing band. Produced by Cameron McVey (Massive Attack, Portishead, Neneh Cherry), the new album expands on the pared back musical palette of Varley’s previous sound, all the while retaining his gift for painterly, affirming and immediate lyric writing.

After a run of UK shows the album will come out on the same day he plays his biggest headline show to date at the iconic 02 Shepherds Bush Empire. Will is accompanying the announcement by releasing a brand new track from the album on Spotify and other digital platforms along with his entire back catalogue which, until now, could not be found on any streaming sites.

Aided by McVey’s nuanced, widescreen production and the warm cascading sound of his new band, ‘All Those Stars’ offers the perfect first glimpse into ‘Spirit Of Minnie’, straddling Will’s sound and style from past to present. Counting the likes of Billy Bragg, Valerie June and Frank Turner as his fans, and with tours scheduled across Europe and America, the young songwriter from Deal seems poised for a huge 2018.

Listen to the new track ‘All Those Stars’ below

‘Spirit Of Minnie’ Track Listing
1. All Those Stars
2. Seven Days
3. Screenplays
4. Breaking The Bread
5. Statue
6. Spirit Of Minnie
7. Let It Roll
8. Postman
9. Insect

Artist Web Link: http://www.willvarley.com/


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