Allo Darlin’ are all set to release a final single to coincide with their sold out farewell shows in December. Comprised of two brand new recordings by the band, “Hymn On The 45” and “Wanderlust”, it’s due out as a limited edition gold vinyl 7” on the 12th December via Fortuna POP! and The Hangover Lounge, and will be available exclusively at the sold-out London gigs on the 10th December at MOTH Club and the 11th December at Scala.
The A-side “Hymn On The 45”, weaves Elizabeth Morris’ heartfelt lyrics about starting afresh in a new city with guitarist Paul Rain’s signature stylings, ending with a heartwarming sing-a-long. The B-side “Wanderlust”, about missing people and places whilst embarking on your own adventures, is classic Allo Darlin’ fare, of blending poignant melancholia with bright and sunny pop melodies.
Allo Darlin’ were formed after Australian Elizabeth Morris arrived in London and bought a ukulele from the Duke of Uke shop in Shoreditch. She began writing music and was soon joined by fellow Australian Bill Botting (bass), Paul Rains (guitar), and Michael Collins (drums). The band have toured across the USA and Europe, as well as wowing the crowds at End Of The Road and The Indietracks festival. They’ve also been strongly supported by BBC 6music, recording several sessions including one at the BBC’s prestigious Maida Vale Studios at the invitation of Steve Lamacq.
It’s not often that you have the task of discussing a band who are splitting up releasing a single on a label that’s about to stop functioning, in promotion of some shows that are already sold out, which will be the only place you can buy it. Then we guess Allo Darlin’ have never been a normal band.
Allo Darlin’ have released three albums, gaining cult status and critical acclaim, but six years on from their self-titled debut, the Anglo-Australian quartet’s run will come to an end with their final show, Hymn On The 45 is a track that’s instantaneous hook grabs you, but only unfurls its beautiful details over repeat listens; the gorgeous opening organ than nods to Camera Obscura, the full-blown horn section on the outro, Paul Rains’ shimmering guitar tones, and the doubt fuelled lyrics about not wanting to grow up and learning to accept you might always be a lovable failure.
Hymn On The 45 will be available exclusively via Fortuna Pop/The Hangover Lounge at Allo Darlin’s sold out London Shows.
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