Swans
In Conversation with Thor Harris and Cross Record
The friends and collaborators talk spirituality, death, the ethics of having kids, and Cross Record.
On Swans and Expressing the Inexpressible
Since 1987, Swans has been the soundtrack to Jon Mueller's existence.
Yammer of Thor: How to Be Kind
"In this bossy new column for Talkhouse, I will bestow many instructions for how to proceed in the face of crushing disappointment."
Thor Harris on Getting Suspended from Twitter After His Nazi-Punching Video Went Viral
“Anyone who is bothered by the video but not bothered by a President Trump has much to learn about the world and how to live in it.”
Zohra Atash (Azar Swan) Talks Backing Tapes and Authenticity Guilt
Azar Swan uses backing tapes. Got a problem with that?
Talkhouse Music Contributors’ Top Albums of 2014
Lauren Mayberry and Iain Cook (Chvrches), Scott Devendorf (the National), Meshell Ndegeocello, Spencer Tweedy and more vote in the 2014 Talkies.
Jarboe (Swans, Neurosis) Talks Tricky’s Adrian Thaws
His birth name is Adrian Thaws, but his new album asks the question, “Who is Tricky, really?” Avant-garde icon Jarboe has a few ideas.
Eric Avery (Jane’s Addiction, Polarbear) Talks Swans’ To Be Kind
On their new record, To Be Kind, Swans want to tell you something. Swans want to speak directly to you. They call out from the pulpit.







