What We Are, You Shall Be (Album), by Passarella Death Squad

What We Are, You Shall Be (Album)

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1.	In Heaven 06:02	buy track
2.	Creatures 05:31	buy track
3.	Just Like Sleep 06:10	buy track
4.	Solaris 03:57	buy track
5.	When They Die 03:56	buy track
6.	No Mas 05:38	buy track
7.	What We Are, You Shall Be 04:19	buy track
8.	Empire 05:23	buy track
9.	From Dust To Deity 05:05	buy track
10.	For Love 03:55	buy track

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Passarella Death Squad returns to their eponymous label with the long-awaited sophomore album ‘What We Are, You Shall Be’. It features ten tracks of austere, beautifully-crafted electronica that commands and rewards close attention. Danny Passarella and Emilie Albisser have been at the forefront of the electronic
underground for more than 15 years.

Their eclectic output takes in haunting tunes,
sweeping soundscapes and plenty of high-impact cuts. They have collaborated with the likes of Perc, had their epic ‘Just Like Sleep’ featured prominently in the soundtrack of the BAFTA-winning video game ‘Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice’ and got support from
tastemakers like Optimo, Daniel Avery and Norman Nodge. They are also known as cult and provocative clothing designers and social activists with their ‘RA!SE’ publication working to shine a light on global human rights issues. It’s been 13 years since their self-titled debut LP gave the world a comprehensive look at their musical vision; now they are back with a follow-up that is sure to put them front and centre once again.

Superb album opener ‘In Heaven’ is a pounding harbinger of what will come with its controlled, beautiful vocal fusing roboticism and myth-laden imagery. ‘Creatures’ picks up the pace with Emilie’s whispered French lyrics echoing across the low thrum of the dagger-stab beat. The enigmatic ‘Just Like Sleep’ is an otherworldly lament with its melancholic synths and chords before ‘Solaris’ brings rays of light and a subtle sense of hope. There’s ambient beauty to the mellifluous chords of ‘When They Die’ with its soft flutter of notes and a ghostly call ringing out over swarming synths before the pummelling beat of ‘No Mas’ kicks in. There is a gothic feel to the dark beats and vocals here that will get dance floors locked in and marching.

The title track’s dark-angel calls of “do not fear God” and “death is present” are paired with icy chords for a spine-tingling atmosphere over a rolling rhythm. Next up, ‘Empire’ employs a shivering, understated opening as chords waver beneath a wraith-like vocal.
Low, stripped-back drums define ‘From Dust to Deity’ as the piano melody mirrors the groove to make for something perfectly moody and hypnotic before ‘For Love’ is a suitably poignant ending to this expansive album.

‘What We Are, You Shall Be’ is a bold, adventurous, accomplished new record from this talented duo.

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released April 21, 2023

Written by Danny Broddle & Emilie Albisser
Lyrics by Danny Broddle
Produced by Danny Broddle & Tom Wegg-Prosser
Artwork by Danny Broddle

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Passarella Records London, UK

Launched in 2015 Passarella Records is the home of Passarella Death Squad, Kempes, D'Marc Cantu & Danny Passarella's 'The Future Has A Silver Lining' & Danny Passarella’s collaborations with artists Perc, Oliver Ho & Samantha Togni.

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