Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke Reveal New Album and Unveil Music Video for Latest Track: Check it Out!
Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke Join Forces for ‘Tall Tales’ – New Album Drops This May
In a bold and highly anticipated collaboration, British electronic maestro Mark Pritchard is teaming up with the enigmatic frontman of Radiohead and The Smile, Thom Yorke. Their forthcoming album, an intriguing project titled Tall Tales, will grace the world on May 9 via Warp Records. The announcement has already sent ripples of excitement through the music community, as fans eagerly await the sonic magic this dynamic duo is sure to conjure.
As a teaser for what’s to come, Pritchard and Yorke have just released a mesmerizing new single titled “This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice.” Accompanied by a hauntingly beautiful black-and-white music video directed by visual artist Jonathan Zawada, the single dives deep into the abstract, showcasing the artists’ unique talents and immersing listeners in their mesmerizing soundscape. You can catch the striking visuals and sound in the link below, but be prepared for a journey that transcends the ordinary.
“This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice” is the second single dropped from Tall Tales, following the preceding gem “Back in the Game.” Pritchard and Yorke debuted this single with a surprise live performance at Sydney Opera House during one of Pritchard’s headlining gigs, leaving fans in awe. Such spontaneous moments only add to the allure of this collaboration—two creative forces intertwining to electrify the stage.
In a unique twist, Zawada is described as an unofficial “third member” of this collaboration, his music videos for both singles woven into a broader narrative; he has been developing a feature-length film alongside the album. This innovative approach signifies a layered artistic endeavor that goes beyond mere sound—it’s about crafting a complete sensory experience.
The bond between Pritchard and Yorke is not new; their sonic partnership began back in 2016 with the track “Beautiful People,” featured on Pritchard’s acclaimed album Under the Sun. After a five-year hiatus—marked by his last solo work The Four Worlds—Pritchard seems to be revving up for a new era. Meanwhile, Thom Yorke has been busy making waves with The Smile’s two 2022 releases, Wall of Eyes and Cutouts. Together, they stand at the intersection of electronic music and innovative rock, pushing boundaries and redefining genres.
Tall Tales promises to be an audacious venture into the unknown, featuring tracks that span a diverse emotional landscape, with titles like “Ice Shelf,” “Gangsters,” and the titular track, “Happy Days.” The tracklist invites intrigue and curiosity about the direction this collaboration will take, as listeners gear up for what could very well be one of the standout albums of 2024.
As the music business continues to evolve, projects like Tall Tales remind us of the enduring power of collaboration—crafting dialogue through sound, where every voice truly matters, even those that are missing. With the singles released thus far, expectations are high, and we are keen to see how this compelling narrative unfolds come May.
Check out “This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice” below and mark your calendars for the arrival of Tall Tales:
- Listen Now: This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice
Tracklist for Tall Tales:
- A Fake in a Faker’s World
- Ice Shelf
- Bugging Out Again
- Back in the Game
- White Cliffs
- The Spirit
- Gangsters
- This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice
- Tall Tales
- Happy Days
- The Men Who Dance in Stags’ Heads
- Wandering Genie
Stay tuned for more updates on this incredible project, as the worlds of Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke collide into what’s set to be a mesmerizing sonic tapestry.
