Long Shadows: The Lathums’ Powerful Anthem of Love, Loss, and Vulnerability

If there’s one thing The Lathums know how to do, it’s turn emotions into something truly spectacular—and their latest single, Long Shadows, is no exception. Released as the seventh track on their upcoming album Matter Does Not Define, this haunting anthem takes everything we love about the band to new, elevated heights. It’s a song that proves they’re not afraid to dig deep, confronting the emotional complexities of love and loss with staggering intensity.

Recorded in a single take, Alex Moore’s vocal performance on Long Shadows is nothing short of mesmerizing. His voice crackles with urgency and vulnerability, as he lays bare the emotional struggle of losing love, navigating despair, and embracing the bittersweet reality that love’s presence never fully disappears—though it may cast long shadows over your life. It’s a powerful meditation on the dual nature of love, both a balm and a wound, leaving listeners breathless with its raw honesty.

The track, a product of both heartache and healing, is a bold statement of intent from the band. Kicking down the walls of conventional indie pop, Long Shadows stretches nearly five minutes, giving the band space to breathe and expand beyond what we’ve come to expect from them. It’s a dark, evocative journey that flickers with the possibility of light, drawing you in with its weighty, atmospheric sound.

This is just a taste of what’s to come on Matter Does Not Define, the much-anticipated follow-up to their chart-topping albums From Nothing To A Little Bit More and How Beautiful Life Can Be. The Lathums have always been about making music that resonates on a deep level, and if Long Shadows is any indication, this album is going to be a game-changer. Recorded in Liverpool’s Kempston Street Studios with their long-time collaborators, the band promises fans an album that’s real, raw, and everything they hoped it would be—and with songs like this, it’s hard to doubt them.

In addition to their musical success, The Lathums have remained committed to their roots, with sold-out shows in their hometown of Wigan and philanthropic efforts supporting local youth and culture. They’ve also been lighting up festival stages across the globe, and it’s clear that their journey is only just beginning.

So, if you’re in need of a little more raw emotion in your life, take a deep breath and dive into Long Shadows.

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