Overcoats Announce Debut Album 'Young,' Produced By Nicolas Vernhes And Autre Ne Veut, Out April 21 On Arts & Crafts

On April 21, Arts & Crafts will release 'YOUNG,' the debut album from New York-based duo Overcoats. Co-produced by Nicolas Vernhes (The War On Drugs, Dirty Projectors) and Autre Ne Veut, 'YOUNG' is a story about growing up told through the lens of two women who are wise beyond their years. The lead single "Hold Me Close" deals with the complexities of love set to a backdrop of lush electronic beats and garnished with seamlessly intertwining harmonies. NPR's All Songs Considered says the song "unfolds with disarming intricacy," and praises the "the splendor of its deliberate harmony." Listen here: http://n.pr/2jpGduN

NPR Music also named Overcoats one of its favorite discoveries at SXSW last year, and the duo ranked #3 on NPR's Listeners Poll of favorite new artists of 2016. One such listener hailed Overcoats for "The chills they give me; the fact that I can't look away when they perform; their complex and irresistible harmonies; the vulnerability to their words and the dance-y beats they put behind them." 

Overcoats is comprised of former college roommates Hana Elion and JJ Mitchell, who co-wrote all twelve songs on 'YOUNG.' The two were drawn to each other when they first met as teenagers in 2011, finding connection in a love of diverse musical styles, and forging a closeness that verges on sisterhood. Both members of Overcoats describe the first time hearing each other sing as an epiphany: the harmony of their voices leading to personal, individual discovery. 

'YOUNG' weaves a tapestry of crystalline vocals with soaring synths and rich bass lines. From the subdued introspection of "Kai's Song" to the thumping two-step and club-ready brass of "Leave The Light On," 'YOUNG' showcases a striking range for the duo. While their seamless vocal interplay and contemplative lyrics remain at the core of their sound, 'YOUNG' is also rich with experimentation and sonic surprises. 

This spring, Overcoats will play select dates opening for Tennis before heading out on a headlining tour later this year. Full itinerary below. 

TRACK LIST

1. Father

2. Smaller Than My Mother

3. 23

4. Leave The Light On

5. Hold Me Close

6. The Fog

7. Walk On

8. Little Memory

9. Siren

10. Nighttime Hunger

11. Kai's Song 

12. Mother

PRE-ORDER 'YOUNG' HERE

http://craft-shop.ca/overcoats-young

TOUR DATES

Jan 26 - Hamilton, NY @ The Barn at Hamilton College

Jan 27 - Hudson, NY @ Club Helsinki

Mar 7 - Minneapolis, MN - Triple Rock Social Club*

Mar 8 - Madison, WI - High Noon Saloon*

Mar 9 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall*

Mar 10 - Detroit, MI - Magic Bag*

Mar 11 - Toronto, ON - Horseshoe Tavern*

Apr 20 - Brooklyn, NY - Rough Trade

Apr 26 - Washington, DC - DC9

Apr 27 - Philadelphia, PA - Johnny Brenda's

Apr 28 - Boston, MA - Cafe 939

Apr 29 - Burlington, VT - Higher Ground

Apr 30 - Montreal, QC - Divan Orange

May3 - Grand Rapids, MI - Calvin College

May 8 - Milwaukee, WI - Colectivo

May 9 - Indianapolis, IN - White Rabbit Cabaret

May 10 - Louisville, KY - Zanzabar

May 12 - Cleveland, OH - Beachland Tavern

May 13 - Pittsburgh, PA - Club Cafe

* with Tennis

MORE INFO ON OVERCOATS

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