The Twilight Sad: It's the Long Goodbye

"Over the past two decades, the Twilight Sad has touched upon every shade of misery, letting anxiety course through their veins and making a home in exquisite rendered despair."

"In the seven years separating 'It's the Long Goodbye' and its predecessor, lead singer James Graham experienced a lifetime's worth of change, including becoming a father and dealing with his mother's dementia."

"The duo compressed the cycle of bereavement into an album that feels bracingly cathartic, with Robert Smith contributing to three songs and advising on arrangements."

The Twilight Sad's album 'It's the Long Goodbye' encapsulates the profound grief experienced by lead singer James Graham, who faced personal challenges including his mother's dementia and subsequent death. This period of turmoil led to the cancellation of a tour and a significant impact on his mental health. Collaborating with Andy MacFarlane, the duo created an album that channels their experiences of bereavement into cathartic music. Robert Smith of the Cure contributed to the album, enhancing its emotional depth without overshadowing the band's unique sound.

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