Wreathes

***Perennialist pop unit WREATHES unleashes their epic debut single “The Reigns” b/w “Full Turn.” This daring 7-inch is the triumph of Wisconsin duo NATHANIEL RITTER and TROY SCHAFER, who started their dark intimacy with the band KNIT HER, and have since been involved with BURIAL HEX, THE WORLD ON HIGHER DOWNS, RAIN DRINKERS, COMPASS HOUR, CIRCULATION OF LIGHT and THE SECOND FAMILY BAND. Wreathes continues the duo’s work with precious acoustic instruments, subtle electronic manipulations and a deep spiritual longing to create their unique style of haunted folk. “This track feels like some legendary beast. Awoken by an ancient magic, it shakes off the moss and the earth and begins its journey, slowly plodding along. The thundering drum beats sound like the footsteps of this forgotten giant. It’s a creepy song that could very well be the soundtrack to some forest ritual. So smear yourself with warpaint and dance around the bonfire, because these reigns will take hold of you”—Cactus-Mouth