Swans Archives | Talkhouse

In Conversation with Thor Harris and Cross Record

By Cross Record | August 15, 2019

The friends and collaborators talk spirituality, death, the ethics of having kids, and Cross Record.

By Jon Mueller | August 22, 2018

Since 1987, Swans has been the soundtrack to Jon Mueller's existence.

By Thor Harris | May 16, 2017

"In this bossy new column for Talkhouse, I will bestow many instructions for how to proceed in the face of crushing disappointment."

By Thor Harris | February 15, 2017

“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.”

By Zohra Atash | April 11, 2015

Azar Swan uses backing tapes. Got a problem with that?

January 10, 2015

Lauren Mayberry and Iain Cook (Chvrches), Scott Devendorf (the National), Meshell Ndegeocello, Spencer Tweedy and more vote in the 2014 Talkies.

By Jarboe | October 2, 2014

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.

By Eric Avery | May 22, 2014

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.