Alcest Unveil New Single

2024-02-23 by oneeyedfanatic | 36 Comments
Alcest have unveiled the first single from their forthcoming album "Les Chants de l’Aurore", out on June 21st, along with an animated music video produced by Yoann Lossel, who also made the album art.

Neige states:

"'L'Envol' is a musical return to the atmosphere of Alcest's first albums. I wrote this song after an inspiring trip to Corsica, where I met amazing people and was surrounded by some of the most unique landscapes I have ever seen. It is about escaping from earthly reality to join a flock of mythical birds flying through the known boundaries of our world. The song is accompanied by a music video created by the talented French artist Yoann Lossel, who also designed the album cover. For this first single release, we wanted the music, lyrics and visuals to be as coherent and immersive as possible. All the tracks on Les Chants de l'Aurore are very different from one another, but we thought this one would be a great introduction to the overall atmosphere and themes of the album."




The tracklist for the album is as follows:
1 - Komorebi
2 - L’Envol
3 - Améthyste
4 - Flamme Jumelle
5 - Réminiscence
6 - L’Enfant de la Lune (月の*)
7 - L’Adieu

Tagged: Alcest

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Gmork89
February 23rd 2024
8927 Comments


Fucking beautiful.

MTObsidian
February 23rd 2024
892 Comments


That was delightful! I've mostly just jammed Shelter over the years and the addition of all the atmosphere makes me excited to see where this album goes.

kalkwiese
February 23rd 2024
11177 Comments


This feels fresh for them, really nice

Odal
Emeritus
February 23rd 2024
3129 Comments


Wow, we are so back.

Artwork is gorgeous, along with the video. This gives me wicked Souvenirs d'un autre monde vibes

Elynna
February 23rd 2024
1520 Comments


Oh man this is great

budgie
February 23rd 2024
43397 Comments


drums sound so good

DadKungFu
Emeritus
February 23rd 2024
6144 Comments


It's good and I don't even like Alcest that much

OverSlyZed91
February 23rd 2024
504 Comments


Now this is fucking awesome.

Shiranui
February 23rd 2024
1130 Comments


This is giving me 90's vibes. 4:25 onwards probably is his Goo Goo Dolls - Iris moment.

Viraemias
February 23rd 2024
692 Comments


So fresh and fun

JayEnder
February 23rd 2024
23280 Comments


Absolutely beautiful track. Loving this.

teamster
February 23rd 2024
6527 Comments


The guitar textures are immaculate as usual. I can only think of a few others that do them better.

PortalofPerfection
February 23rd 2024
3469 Comments


Super good.

OverSlyZed91
February 23rd 2024
504 Comments


"4:25 onwards probably is his Goo Goo Dolls - Iris moment."

Man, you are right. Good ear.

Medicinelover
February 23rd 2024
128 Comments


That was great, I much prefer this dreamy sound over how riffy the last album was

DarkNoctus
February 23rd 2024
12905 Comments


gorgeous as fuck - every listen gives me a new appreciation for it. cannot wait for this album.

Pikazilla
February 23rd 2024
32373 Comments


new ethereal shroud gonna be better, I just know it

Dedes
February 24th 2024
12032 Comments


Yeah this is uhhh the best shit from Alcest since Kodama and oml I'm mega stoked

nash1311
February 24th 2024
11362 Comments


This good good. That lead riff that repeats is mega addicting

GhostShelter
February 24th 2024
1607 Comments


I’ve been waiting so long.

Dewinged
Emeritus
February 24th 2024
33228 Comments


Peak Alcest. Can't wait for this.

Hawks
Staff Reviewer
February 24th 2024
125332 Comments


I refuse to jam this until the album is released but I have no doubt that its amazing. M///

Nuberus
February 24th 2024
2 Comments


Gorgeous, damn onions.

NightOnDrunkMountain
Emeritus
February 24th 2024
1076 Comments


Nice, eager to listen to the album

Rastapunk
February 24th 2024
1607 Comments


A bit boring, I really enjoyed the riffs in Spiritual, this is a step back.

PortalofPerfection
February 24th 2024
3469 Comments


I mean, it reminds me of Kodoma's title track a bit, I think they are leading off with a cozy single. I'm willing to bet there will a couple more aggressive, riff-focused tracks on the album.

TronaldDump
February 25th 2024
1405 Comments


yes sir

Flugmorph
February 25th 2024
35592 Comments


What an absolutely gorgeous song, actually teared up at the climax watching that music video. Masterpiece.

botb
February 25th 2024
20098 Comments


Drummer doesn’t get the praise he deserves, an absolute unit

DarkNoctus
February 25th 2024
12905 Comments


yeah i used to find winterhalter's style of drumming a bit dull but he's really come alive since kodama onwards.

ArteNovecento
February 25th 2024
284 Comments


The early parts of the song are the best and I think it goes a little sideways near the end, but still very good. Music video is GREAT.

GhostShelter
February 25th 2024
1607 Comments


I agree @rastapunk. Loved the energy and edge of spiritual instinct.

emmny
February 26th 2024
123 Comments


love it reminds me of ooooold alcest!

Evenoss
February 26th 2024
347 Comments


6:45 sounds much like Hammock's "I Can Almost See You"

bighubbabuddha
February 26th 2024
1667 Comments


damn this hits hard

BenThatsMyJamin
April 18th 2024
4020 Comments


"Wow, we are so back." [2]

Had no idea about this until I got the notification for the new single today, but this song has been the best surprise of the year so far.

I was ready to give up on them after Spiritual Instinct as I never thought Nuclear Blast would allow them to make beautiful music again, but here we are. This is vintage Alcest and I'm so excited for the new album.



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