Let The Soil Play Its Simple Part unites Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw with the innovative ensemble Sō Percussion for a boundary-blurring exploration of pop and classical genres. Released by Nonesuch in 2021, this album features Shaw’s luminous vocals and inventive songwriting, weaving together modern arrangements with echoes of old Christian hymns and a striking reinterpretation of ABBA’s “Lay All Your Love On Me.”
This collaboration is marked by its vibrant textures, poetic lyricism, and deep sense of wonder, drawing from both historic hymnals and contemporary influences. Shaw and Sō Percussion craft immersive soundscapes that invite listeners to reflect, making Let The Soil Play Its Simple Part a uniquely captivating listen for fans of adventurous modern music.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Nonesuch
- Genre: Pop, Classical
- Release Date: 06/29/2021
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TRACKS
A1. To The Sky
A2. Other Song
A3. Let The Soil Play Its Simple Part
A4. The Flood Is Following Me
A5. Lay All Your Love On Me
B1. Cast the Bells in Sand
B2. Long Ago We Counted
B3. A Gradual Dazzle
B4. A Veil Awave Upon the Waves
B5. Some Bright Morning
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