Swans will release their final album with their current lineup, The Glowing Man, on June 17 via Young God/Mute, and today they shared its newest single, “When Will I Return.” Michael Gira’s wife Jennifer sings lead on it, and Michael says it was written specifically for her to sing. “It’s a tribute to her strength, courage, and resilience in the face of a deeply scarring experience she once endured, and that she continues to overcome daily.” It’s an eerie song, opening with the line “His hands are on my throat / my key is in his hand.” Listen:
Their tour with Okkyung Lee hits NYC on July 29 at Bowery Ballroom and July 30 at Music Hall of Williamsburg. Tickets for both are still on sale.