Brooklyn trio School Of Seven Bells have spoken exclusively to ClashMusic about their new album.
Mixing sublime harmonies with hints of electronica, School Of Seven Bells sneaked out their debut album ‘Alpinisms’ in 2008. A cult success, it was passed from fan to fan with hushed words of respect.
Touring the world as a result, the band are now set to release their second album ‘Disconnect From Desire’. Due to hit record shops later this year, School Of Seven Bells have spoken to ClashMusic about the making of the album.
Alejandra Deheza revealed that the trio’s vast tour schedule has impacted upon their new material. “All the touring we’ve done has had a huge impact on us. When we did the first album, there were some songs on it that we’d never even played live, so we really had no idea how they’d work, but it’s always really interesting to see how they transfer to different venues,” she explained.
“I don’t think we’ve ever played anywhere that was too big or too small for the songs, but there have certainly been places that have really transformed what we’ve done. This time round we’ve written a lot on the road.”
However this hasn’t impacted upon the band’s unique sound. School Of Seven Bells insist that they remain deeply individual. “I think we’ve definitely continued to follow our own path,” claims Alejandra Deheza, “but we’ve learned a lot about how much – or how little – we can relate to a totally different performer’s audience. It’s a really good way of finding out whether you’re up your own ass too much!”
Read the entire interview HERE.
