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Searows Dives Deep: From Fish Guts to Chart-Topping Melodies
5 Apr
Summary
- Searows finds inspiration in macabre maritime themes for his new album.
- The album marks a shift from confessional songwriting to abstract themes.
- Duckart recorded his new album in a professional studio for the first time.
Indie artist Searows, known for his ethereal voice, has released his second album, "Death in the Business of Whaling." This collection draws inspiration from macabre maritime themes, moving away from the confessional songwriting that initially brought him to prominence on TikTok.
The 26-year-old Oregon native, Alec Duckart, explores abstract concepts such as memory, regret, and the inevitability of death. This shift represents his desire to evolve beyond repeatedly writing about similar personal experiences. His previous work often touched upon isolation and heartbreak, resonating with listeners through vivid yet candid lyrics.
"Death in the Business of Whaling" was recorded professionally for the first time at a studio near Seattle, a significant step for Duckart. He collaborated with producer Trevor Spencer, which he found to be a valuable, albeit nerve-wracking, experience that helped him relinquish control over his work.
Duckart's musical journey includes performing at retirement homes, which influenced his perspective on mortality. He has also opened for artists like Gracie Abrams and Ethel Cain, gaining a broader audience. The album's themes are also influenced by literature and poetry, such as "Moby-Dick" and Mary Oliver's "Wild Geese."
