Children Of God is the fifth studio album by American post-punk band Swans. The album marks a change in direction from Swans' early work. More tracks utilize acoustic guitars and more melodic vocals. The lyrics also focus more prominently on religious themes. Personnel Michael Gira – vocals, keyboards, acoustic guitar, album cover concept and design, production Jarboe – vocals, backing vocals, piano, keyboards N. Westberg – electric guitar, acoustic guitar Algis Kizys – bass Theodore Parsons – drums, percussion Additional personnel Simon Fraser – flute on "In My Garden&qu… read more
Children Of God is the fifth studio album by American post-punk band Swans. The album marks a change in direction from Swans' early work. More … read more
Children Of God is the fifth studio album by American post-punk band Swans. The album marks a change in direction from Swans' early work. More tracks utilize acoustic guitars and m… read more
Swans are an American experimental rock band from New York, United States, active from 1982 to 1997, reformed in 2010, led by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira. Marginally associated with the no wave scene at first, their original sound was slow and extremely heavy, with live performances that were often so brutal and physical that in a number of instances certain audience members were made ill, police were called and venues were shut down. This early physical sound is possibly best heard on the live album Public Castration Is A Good idea. Their initial style… read more
Swans are an American experimental rock band from New York, United States, active from 1982 to 1997, reformed in 2010, led by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira. Marg… read more
Swans are an American experimental rock band from New York, United States, active from 1982 to 1997, reformed in 2010, led by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira. Marginally associated with the no wave scene at fi… read more