The Beggar (2 LP, 2023)

This 2LP set was released in 2023.

Dive into the immersive and intense world of Swans with their sixteenth studio album, "The Beggar," released on June 23, 2023. This double album, spanning over two hours, is a testament to the band's enduring experimental spirit, blending genres such as noise rock, post-rock, neofolk, industrial rock, and avant-garde. Written and produced by frontman Michael Gira during the COVID-19 pandemic, "The Beggar" was recorded at Candy Bomber Studio in Berlin, featuring key collaborators and both past and present members of Swans.

The album's eleven tracks, including standouts like "Paradise is Mine," "Los Angeles: City of Death," and the sprawling "The Beggar Lover (Three)," showcase Swans' signature heavy, atmospheric sound. Gira's distinctive vocals and poetic lyrics are at the forefront, supported by a rich tapestry of instruments that create a brooding, menacing atmosphere. The album is available on double vinyl in a brown chipboard sleeve, double CD in a brown chipboard digi-pack, and digitally, ensuring that fans can experience Swans' unique sound in their preferred format. With "The Beggar," Swans continue to push boundaries and deliver a powerful, uncompromising listening experience.