Anna von Hausswolff has unveiled “Aging Young Women,” a striking collaboration with Ethel Cain that marks the final preview of the ‘ICONOCLASTS’ album. This track centers on the heavy intersection of church organ and dual vocal harmonies to address the weight of unfulfilled aspirations. The composition moves with a deliberate and mounting tension, utilizing a full string ensemble and saxophone trills from Otis Sandsjö to build a massive sonic architecture. This duet stands as a monumental pillar of the record, showcasing a sophisticated blend of ritualistic atmosphere and melodic clarity.
The album arrived this past October via YEAR0001 and represents a significant expansion of von Hausswolff’s creative boundaries. Recorded alongside producer Filip Leyman, the project features guest appearances from Iggy Pop and Abul Mogard, creating a diverse palette of textures. The songs navigate between brass fanfares and intimate vocal deliveries, exploring the reimagining of personal symbols and autonomy. This music possesses a shimmering, iridescent quality that demands attention through sheer scale and tonal depth.
‘ICONOCLASTS’ features the following tracks:
The Beast
Facing Atlas
The Iconoclast
The Whole Woman feat. Iggy Pop
The Mouth
Stardust
Aging Young Women feat. Ethel Cain
Consensual Neglect
Struggle With the Beast
An Ocean of Time feat. Abul Mogard
Unconditional Love feat. Maria von Hausswolff
Rising Legends
Live performances across North America and Europe provide an opportunity to witness these compositions in a physical space. The upcoming Spring tour includes stops in San Francisco, Toronto, and Brooklyn, where von Hausswolff leads a selected ensemble on organ and keys. These dates follow a comprehensive winter run through major European cities and festivals. Every performance translates the dense studio layers into a visceral and anthemic experience.
The artistry displayed on this record confirms a fearless approach to maximalist composition. By integrating pop sensibilities into sprawling, experimental structures, the work achieves a rare balance of accessibility and complexity. The collaboration between these distinct voices creates a hauntingly beautiful landscape that remains etched in the mind long after the final note fades.
Tour Dates:
Jan 21: Knust, Hamburg – Germany
Jan 22: Columbia Theatre, Berlin – Germany
Jan 23: Paradiso, Amsterdam – Netherlands
Jan 25: Thekla, Bristol – United Kingdom
Jan 27: YES, Manchester – United Kingdom
Jan 28: Islington Assembly Hall, London – United Kingdom
Jan 30: Trix, Antwerp – Belgium
Jan 31: Trabendo – Paris, France
Feb 02: Aeronef Club – Lille, France
Feb 03: Les Trinitaires – Metz, France
Feb 04: Gebaude 9 – Cologne, Germany
Feb 06: Ampere – Munich, Germany
Feb 07: WUK – Vienna, Austria
Feb 09: Nova Spirala – Prague, Czechia
Feb 11: Santeria Toscana 31 – Milan, Italy
Feb 12: Locomotiv – Bologna, Italy
Feb 13: Antigel Festival – Geneva, Switzerland
Mar 04: Atlas Song, Göteborgs Operan, Sweden
Mar 05: Atlas Song, Göteborgs Operan, Sweden
Mar 17: San Francisco, CA – Brick & Mortar
Mar 18: Los Angeles, CA – Facing Atlas
Mar 20: Chicago, IL – Empty Bottle
Mar 22: Toronto, ON – The Drake
Mar 25: Brooklyn, NY – Zone One
Mar 26: Washington, DC – Songbyrd
May 21: Atlas Song – St Pölten, Germany
May 22: Atlas Song – St Pölten, Germany
Jul 03-07: Primavera Sound – Barcelona, Spain