William the Conqueror's fourth album finds the indie-rock trio firing on all cylinders as frontman Ruarri Joseph confronts the thin line between creativity and madness, inspired by compassion for the real-life angels of the world. Produced by the band in a playground of vintage gear and mixed by Barny Barnicott, the resulting album's ten tracks marry earworm tunes with insistent, imperious, soaring rock shapes, punctuated by chorus hooks that are simultaneously nuanced and anthemic. Joseph's compelling semi-spoken vocals and swamp-blues-Seattle-scuzz guitars are propelled by the rhythm section of Naomi Holmes (bass) and Harry Harding (drums) as 'Excuse Me While I Vanish' delivers an effortlessly winning blend of melody and ensemble dynamics, the most accomplished and undeniable William the Conqueror album to date.
Track Listing:
1. The Puppet and the Puppeteer - William the Conqueror
2. The Bruises - William the Conqueror
3. Sheepskin Sleeve - William the Conqueror
4. L.W.Y. - William the Conqueror
5. Somebody Else - William the Conqueror
6. Shots Fired from Heaven - William the Conqueror
7. The Tether - William the Conqueror
8. Elsie Friend - William the Conqueror
9. A Minute's Piece - William the Conqueror
10. In Your Arms - William the Conqueror
Year of Production: 2023
