Each night there is a moment just before the sun sinks into the sea when everything on earth flares and becomes more vivid, more alive. This is the last deep breath of light the world takes before darkness comes. And it is the moment The Dark Water Hymnal explores both lyrically and musically in their debut full-length, As Above, So Below.
At once hauntingly fragile and joyfully spirited, As Above, So Below is full of dreamlike images and mythical undertones. Vocal harmonies float and weave through layers of guitar, violin, bells, drums, tambourines, and the deep boom of a floor tom, creating a rich tapestry of acoustic sound.
As Above, So Below is a natural progression from the darkly romantic indie-folk The Dark Water Hymnal forged with their 2007 self-titled EP. Although hailed by Austin press as “among the year’s best folk debuts” (Doug Freeman, The Austin Chronicle), as “breathtaking… mesmerizing and enveloping” (Austin Sound), and “full of the kind of great song writing that draws you in and forces you to pay attention” (Side One: Track One), the EP was only a beginning.
2008 was a year of blooms and transformations. The Dark Water Hymnal grew from a hushed 3-piece into a livelier, more refined 5-piece. They began working on new material and continued playing bars, house parties, record stores, and hidden forest clearings surrounded by candles and lantern-light.
As Above, So Below was written in the heat of summer and recorded in the heart of winter 2008 by Andrew Hernandez at Premium Recording, Austin, TX. It will be released March 2, 2009 and available on iTunes, Amazon, and E-Music shortly after. It is a call to adventure.
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hey Emily- I am mildly computer retarded and was unable to download that album. Would you mind dropping off a copy at the station? 38th 1/2 and airport suite B next to City Theatre. or you can mail it:
KOOP c/o "Around the Town Sounds"/Victoria PO Box 2116 Austin, TX 78768-2116
Thanks so much! From what I hear on your myspace, I will be so happy to play your songs! So lovely
I read the article about you guys & gals from the Austin Chronicle (I believe it was...) and I listened to the songs from your newest album, what can I say other than...WOW!!! It's great...I really, really love it!! Good job kid, you should be very proud of yourself - all of you should. I'll be listening for you!! Love ya, Kristi
It Never Ceases To Amaze Me..... That Secret Show Was Bad Ass!!! I Knew It Would Be!!! You Guys Are Awesome! Love The Music!!! Thank You For Sharing Your Art With Me. Hope You Enjoy The Pictures!!! Looks Good On Your Page!
I'm hosting Open Stage Thursdays at The Green Muse, and we'd love to have y'all come play a one-hour set as a featured band (starting at 9:15 p.m.)... Any Thursday you want after May 8. PA provided, great stage, built-in crowd... Get in touch and let me know if you can do it!
