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Sunny War – Armageddon In A Summer Dress (CD)

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Est. 1974, Curated by Heads
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Rooted in the country-blues fingerpicking tradition but pulling equally from punk and folk, Sunny War has spent years building a reputation as one of the most compelling live performers in her generation, earning devoted fans well beyond the Americana circuit. Armageddon In A Summer Dress finds her at her most intimate and unguarded, the kind of record that could only come from someone who has learned to sit still long enough to let the difficult songs come through.

Sunny War, also known as Sydney Ward, found inspiration for her latest album Armageddon In A Summer Dress while living in her late father's 100-year-old house in Chattanooga, TN. She initially thought the house was haunted. Eerie sounds and visions led her to write the song "Ghosts." However, she later discovered that hallucinations were caused by gas leaks, shifting her understanding of those experiences but not her artistic focus. Armageddon In A Summer Dress explores themes of memory, loss, and the ghosts of past selves.

After the success of her 2022 album, Anarchist Gospel, Sunny spent more time touring with artists like Bonnie Raitt and Mitski. To avoid falling back into past struggles with alcohol, she channeled her energy into music, crafting intricate demos and experimenting with sound. This process involved shifting from acoustic to electric guitar, aiming for a fuller band sound.

Tracks like "One Way Train" and "No One Calls Me Baby" highlight her blend of punk and roots influences, emphasizing the rebellious spirit shared by both genres. A notable collaboration on the album is with Steve Ignorant from Crass, whose participation in "Walking Contradiction" reflects Sunny's admiration for the band and its critique of modern society.

Armageddon in a Summer Dress serves as a reflection on identity and choices, balancing heavy themes with empowerment. Sunny War encourages listeners to live authentically and resist societal pressures. Committed to continual growth, she sees every performance and song as an opportunity for exploration. Through her music, Sunny War captures the complexities of life, loss, and the transformative power of creativity.

Tracklist
1. Debbie Downer
2. Lay Your Body
3. One Way Train
4. Rise
5. Bad Times
6. Walking Contradiction (feat. Steve Ignorant)
7. Ghosts
8. No One Calls Me Baby
9. Cry Baby (feat. Valerie June)
10. Gone Again (feat. John Doe)
11. Scornful Heart (feat. Tré Burt)

UPC: 607396659920
Label: New West Records
Release Date: 2.21.25
Format: CD