Viv & Riley - Imaginary People [LP] Balance & Composure The whaler was released in

The whaler was released in June 2023 to acclaim Pitchfork

From the title track's stirring declaration of resilience to the hauntingly beautiful rendition of "Killing Me Softly with His Song

Following his habit of beginning the composition of a new piano concerto during the quieter months of the summer

This CD recording with flutist Anne Pustlauk is an experiment: For about 15 years

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Viv & Riley - Imaginary People [LP] Balance & Composure The whaler was released inA bittersweet nostalgia lies at the heart of Imaginary People, the new album from indie roots duo Viv & Riley. Over ten tracks, the pair applies an indie folk sheen to pop gems, a reworking of an ancient ballad, and even an original fiddle tune, deftly weaving together the old and new. In contrast to the sunny, lush production, the lyrics lean melancholic. Both musicians trace their original artistic inspiration to the deep roots music they learned in