Name: DEACON
Brand: serpentwithfeet

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SC396lp

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Black

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Rough Trade Exclusive

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Extended format

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2021-03-26

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Secre­tly

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

656605039619

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

SC396cd

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656605039626

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

serpentwithfeet

Genre US

R&B / Neo-Soul

Label US

Secretly Canadian

Albums of the Year 2021

Secretly Canadian Label Focus

Josiah Wise, known professionally as <en>Serpentwithfeet</en>, is an experimental musician based in Brooklyn, New York. He gained recognition with the release of his EP "blisters" in 2016 and went on to debut his studio album "soil" in 2018. With a unique blend of soulful vocals and avant-garde production, Serpentwithfeet has carved out a distinct sound that pushes the boundaries of contemporary R&B.

Influenced by artists such as Kelsey Lu, Yves Tumor, and FKA twigs, Serpentwithfeet's music explores themes of love, spirituality, and identity. His captivating performances often feature intricate vocal harmonies and theatrical elements that create an immersive experience for audiences.

With critical acclaim and a growing fanbase, Serpentwithfeet continues to push the boundaries of genre conventions while maintaining an authentic and emotive approach to his artistry. His music resonates with listeners who appreciate innovative soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics.

serpentwithfeet is not only imagining, but exploring a world wherein Black love is paramount. His new album, DEACON, is “a study rather than a story,” delving into Black, gay love and the tenderness present in the best companionships, romantic or otherwise.

Fully self-actualized and more devoted than ever to personal fulfilment, DEACON highlights his growth as a songwriter, which he credits to taking a more straightforward approach to expression. Spending time with pop songwriters and observing how they traverse language encouraged serpent to take more risks lyrically, resulting in more purity.

Raised by religious parents in Baltimore, serpent’s flair for theatrical themes and gospel sensibilities can be traced to the Black church, a place where the artist had his earliest experiences with glamour and the ornate. Well-executed vocal flourishes and the implementation of a quickening vibrato are just a few of the skills he picked up during his time in a Pentecostal choir. He proudly follows in the tradition of R&amp;B artists whose gifts were helmed in the church, and he approached DEACON with an undeniable passion and reverence for the genre.

In his love for love, serpentwithfeet is offering a look into the soul of a man who articulates his passion in a warmer, gentler way. He’s become wholly confident in his gift and messaging on DEACON, which is to be expected when one gives vent to maturity. Through his music, he allows compassion to be the backbone of his art, as he communes with his most loving self.

DEACON

Music US

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