Chad VanGaalen emerges from his bunker in Calgary with a batch of songs, giving us a window into the private world of this reclusive and enigmatic songwriter.
Fresh from producing Women’s critically lauded ‘Public Strain’, VanGaalen decided to avoid the comfort of working on previous ground and instead apply some of the recording techniques and sonic ideas that emerged from those sessions. For the first time, multi-tracked and often overdriven guitar is the instrument at the centre of the songs.
This is Chad’s fourth release with Sub Pop. He has been quietly building a catalogue of songs, illustrations and animations that invite listeners to gently explore his distinctive creativity. ‘Diaper Island’ extends this adventure into deeper territory.
Do Not Fear
Peace On The Rise
Burning Photographs
Heavy Stones
Sara
Replace Me
Blonde Hash
Freedom For A Policeman
Can You Believe It?
Wandering Spirits
No Panic/No Heat
Shave My Pussy
