Agnes Obel Is Back with Aventine, Out 10/1
“The Curse” In-Studio Video Revealed w/ KCRW, Single Out Now ~ Watch iTunes Festival Live Stream Today @ 2:45pm EST!
On October 1st, internationally acclaimed singer songwriter Agnes Obel will release her sophomore album Aventine in the US on Play It Again Sam. In addition to an extensive European tour this October, Agnes will perform at iTunes Festival in the UK today at 2:45pm EST on all Apple devices.
Agnes invites fans to watch an intimate live performance of lead single “The Curse” shot at a beautiful studio in Berlin earlier this month, with her ensemble, Anne Müller and Mika Posen. The video premiered with KCRW and offers a glimpse of the striking lush performance that she is known for. An emotive orchestral selection with striking keys and bouncing strings, watch “The Curse” in-studio video HERE on her YouTube channel. We encourage you to post and share. “The Curse” is also available digitally now!
Aventine is a striking collection of lush arrangements held together by Agnes’ stunning voice. With a debut album compared by critics to the likes of PJ Harvey, Joanna Newsom, and Roy Orbison, Agnes’ sparse chamber folk has been lauded worldwide.
” …it’s absolutely sublime.” ~ KCRW
“She’ll rivet you with her flow…” ~ SPIN
“ …offers a stark minimalist palette reminiscent of Cat Power and Joanna Newsom.”
~ Details
Originally from Copenhagen, Agnes has lived in Berlin since 2006, where Aventine was recorded at her Chalk Wood Studios. The album was written, arranged, and produced by Agnes, who provides piano and vocals. Aventine will be available in the following formats: CD, Heavyweight vinyl LP, Download and Limited Edition Deluxe Box Set (including the LP, CD and exclusive bonus content). Pre-order now from agnesobel.com.