The second of three consecutive albums to emerge from Swans’ reunion, “To Be Kind” is a sprawling, ambitious work that cemented their late-career resurgence. It is a demanding listen, often featuring lengthy, hypnotic passages that build to cathartic, overwhelming climaxes.
- Recorded at London's Konekt Studio and Woodstock's Dreamland Recording Studios with producer John Congleton, the album features guest vocals from St. Vincent.
- "To Be Kind" reached number 10 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart in the US.
- The album's nineteen-minute title track is a centerpiece, showcasing the band’s dynamic range from sparse, atmospheric sections to thunderous, wall-of-sound crescendos.
Swans are a New York City band, fronted by Michael Gira, known for their abrasive, experimental rock. At the time of "To Be Kind," they were five albums into their second iteration, having reformed in 2010.
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