The Folk Implosion - Walk Thru Me

Walk Thru Me marks the spellbinding reunion of Lou Barlow and John Davis, co-founders of the Folk Implosion. Thirty years after their debut, the duo returns with their beat-driven pop collages, crafted from improvised jams and remote collaborations. Separated by distance, Barlow and Davis reconnected through their early friendship as penpals, developing the album from attic sessions in Massachusetts to studio time with producer Scott Solter. The album thrives on contrasts and comparisons. Barlow's soft vocals and paternal lyrical perspective in 'My Little Lamb' juxtapose Davis's urgent proclamations and poignant tribute to his late father in 'The Day You Died.' Adding a unique twist, Davis's Persian music studies via Zoom inspired the integration of traditional Middle Eastern instruments like the setar, oud, saz, and tombak, enriching the album's sonic palette. Barlow describes the essence of the Folk Implosion as transforming disparate elements into cohesive pop, a process vividly realized in Walk Thru Me. With its blend of heartfelt songwriting, innovative instrumentation, and the magic of reconnection, this album stands to the enduring creativity of Barlow and Davis.