Sometimes you have so much information to share, it seems overwhelming. Each piece of the following is exciting on its own but, together, it’s an avalanche of good news.
That said, let’s get straight to the heart of the matter: Talking with Hands has a new album called Organic Machine that will be released on October 25, 2024. The first single, “#1 Record,” is available right now as a maxi-single and a fantastic music video:
The song is a wonderfully catchy piece of work inspired by the iresome ramblings of tech leaders, particularly those in the music space. The single is coupled with two unique remixes courtesy of The Gros Michel and Captain Baby; miraculous reworkings of the original version. It’s like a maxi-single you’d pick up as a unique import.
The album track is emblematic of Talking with Hands third full-length album, Organic Machine. It’s a deeply layered and completely infectious record contemplating the intersection of generative AI and the uphill battle of creativity. Heady subjects embedded in wonderfully memorable hooks.
The album was originally intended to be a pair of EP’s but as the songs emerged, it was clear that the subjects intertwine too perfectly to keep them apart.
Organic Machine weaves together buzzing guitars, delightful sampling flourishes, hyper processed vocals and, occasionally, multiple narrators. These compositions serve as a nod to the massive, diverse, source material that a generative AI draws from but, moreso, serve as an introspection of the value of the creative process.
There will be three preview singles before the album’s release (“#1 Record” being the first), each paired with exclusive remixes and music videos. You can preorder the album now and you’ll get all the remixes as bonus tracks. The album will be streaming everywhere so purchasing is not required but it’s highly appreciated.
A small personal aside, I’ve been singing the hook to “#1 Record” every morning for the last few months. It’s burrowed its way into my mind and I hope it does the same for you.
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