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In Conversation with Thor Harris and Cross Record

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

August 15, 2019

On Swans and Expressing the Inexpressible

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

August 22, 2018

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."

May 16, 2017

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.”

February 15, 2017

Zohra Atash (Azar Swan) Talks Backing Tapes and Authenticity Guilt

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

April 11, 2015

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.

January 10, 2015

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.

October 2, 2014

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.

May 22, 2014