album · March 31, 2023

The Love Still Held Me Near

City and Colour

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Still RecordsSee this day

folk rockalternativesinger-songwriter

"The Love Still Held Me Near" is City and Colour's most direct and emotionally resonant work to date, showcasing a raw vulnerability honed by life experience. The album’s sonic palette balances Green's signature acoustic sensibilities with moments of driving rock intensity.

• The album was recorded in the band's home base of Toronto, with Green co-producing alongside long-time collaborator Karl Bareham. The lead single, "Under the Water," became an instant fan favorite, highlighting the album's blend of introspection and expansive arrangements. "The Love Still Held Me Near" debuted at number 4 on the Canadian album charts.
• This release marked a return to a more personal and introspective songwriting style for Green, following the more upbeat "A Pill for Loneliness." The album was largely written and recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, with themes reflecting the isolation and uncertainty of that period. City and Colour's previous album, "A Pill for Loneliness," was released in 2019.
• The album title is drawn from a lyric in the song "The Water Is Wide," a traditional folk song Green has long admired. The project was named one of the most anticipated releases of spring 2023 by Atwood Magazine. The album's themes of love and perseverance resonated deeply with fans, particularly in the wake of personal challenges faced by Green.

Dallas Green is a Canadian musician and songwriter, known for his work as City and Colour. He rose to prominence in the early 2000s with his distinctive folk-rock sound. This 2023 album arrived after a period of personal upheaval for Green, exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience.