My favorite album by Wilco is by far A Ghost is Born.

I put it in more than one personal top 10 albums of the 2000s.

It was also the first album I have ever listened by Wilco.

This to say that I couldn't be more pleased to find out that Hot Sun Cool Shroud, the new EP by Jeff Tweedy and company, reminds a lot of their 2004 album.

And of all the 6 songs of the mini-album, for a total of 17 minutes and 36 seconds, "Annihilation" is probably the closest to the sound of A Ghost is Born.

It's probably the post-punk guitars, popping up here and there in the album.

It could be the summertime-after-dark feeling reminiscing of Tweedy's rehab and panic attacks.

It might be because of the lyrics picturing a moment that we know won't last:

Life It's nothing but shadows I looked for you, far and wide Let's kiss before Just before Goodbye.

 It might well be because of the instrumental "Livid" and "Inside the Bell Bones", recalling some of the original instrumental hooks.

Or maybe it's just that it's been 20 years since the band from Chicago released the album.

Recommended for all those who loved A Ghost, and those who never heard of Wilco and want to give them a chance.

Lyrics

Hey
We're fallen angels
I wish we never learned to fly
Let's kiss before
Kiss before
We die

Life
It's nothing but shadows
I looked for you, far and wide
Let's kiss before
Just before
Goodbye

A kiss like this
Is endless tonight
This kind of annihilation
Is alright

Oh
What a crazy spirit
Feathers fight
Joyless light
Let's kiss before
We lift into the sky
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We're boiling angels
Let's kiss for hours
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This kiss is ours

A kiss like this
Is endless tonight
This kind of annihilation
Is alright

A kiss like this
Is endless tonight
This kind of annihilation
Is alright

Alright


FAQ

Who produced “Annihilation” by Wilco?
“Annihilation” by Wilco was produced by Jeff Tweedy & Tom Schick.

When did Wilco release “Annihilation”?
Wilco released “Annihilation” on June 28, 2024.

Who wrote “Annihilation” by Wilco?
“Annihilation” by Wilco was written by Jeff Tweedy.

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References

Nast, C. (2024, June 27). Wilco: Hot Sun Cool Shroud EP. Pitchfork.