Leif Vollebekk shares new version of "Peace of Mind (Morning)" / New album "Revelation" out now
“REVELATION” OUT NOW
Thursday, November 21, 2024 – Today, Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Leif Vollebekk reveals an acoustic version of “Peace of Mind” off his critically acclaimed new record Revelation. “Peace of Mind (Morning),” is a captivating acoustic take. “‘Peace of Mind (Morning)’ felt like it wanted its own space, separate from the album version,”says Vollebekk. He adds: “there’s something about a mountain that always makes you feel at ease. It can inspire the stillness you need to find yourself. In the I Ching, Keeping Still (symbolized by a mountain) is the way to peace of mind. Considering the title, it’s rather ironic that I’ve spent more time recording this song than any other. I’ve recorded 4 or 5 different versions of this song.”
“Peace of Mind (Morning)” arrives alongside an official visualizer directed by Andy Mann, offering fans a sensory journey that pairs perfectly with the song's immersive tones. Vollebekk is currently performing across the United States on a nationwide tour supporting Revelation. The tour continues with stops in major cities, bringing his intimate yet electrifying live experience to fans coast-to-coast. In the new year, the tour will progress to Canada, with stops in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and more.
Watch the visualise for “Peace of Mind (Morning) HERE
Revelation has been raved by critics and fans alike since its release on September 27th. Bedroom Disco calls it “by far the best work by this talented singer-songwriter to date,” a sentiment echoed by Musikreview in Germany. In England, Americana UK offered a 9/10 and shared that “[Vollebekk] has delivered a superb piece of work. ‘Revelation’ is an apt a title as any for an album that deserves a place on those end-of-year lists so beloved by, well, everyone.” Le Devoir gave it ★★★★, while Exclaim! shares an 8/10, stating, “The image shimmers, a mirage in crystal clear water that sparkles before it disappears in a crash of waves. It's in these images that Vollebekk's subconscious is both amplified and reconstructed. Rolling Stone wants everyone to discover “Rock and Roll” and included it in their “Songs You Need To Know” feature, while Atwood Magazine cherishes another favorite; “A dreamy reverie basking in the glow of intimate connection, Leif Vollebekk’s “Peace of Mind (Evening)” is sweet bliss channeled into soul-stirring sound.” – In addition, Leif's music was synced in last night's episode of Shrinking on Apple TV+, bringing his signature sound to viewers worldwide.
An artist’s artist with many colleagues as admirers, Vollebekk – who self-produced and played piano, guitar, bass, B3 organ, harmonica, accordion and Moog synthesizer on Revelation – compiled an impressive supporting cast that speaks to the caliber of musicianship and feel of the recordings, including legendary drummer Jim Keltner, notable steel guitarist Cindy Cashdollar (Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and Rod Stewart), and revered bassist Shahzad Ismaily. His other album collaborators included artists Angie McMahon and Anaïs Mitchell on background vocals. The album was mixed by Tchad Blake (Tom Waits, Arctic Monkeys, Tracy Chapman) and mastered by Greg Calbi.
About Leif Vollebekk
Leif Vollebekk is an acclaimed singer-songwriter originally from Ottawa who now resides in Montreal, Canada. The artist has sold-out headlining tours across North America, Europe and Australia. His first Secret City Records release, Twin Solitude, was a breakthrough album, landing a spot on the Polaris Music Prize 2017 shortlist, a Juno nomination and gathering over 60 million streams. His follow-up, New Ways, confirmed his undeniable talent and surpassed Twin Solitude in streaming. “[His] songs […] are pensive and restless, blossoming with stream-of-consciousness verses that bear the marks of long nights spent alone on the road.” (The New York Times). Previous media supporters include The New York Times, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Pitchfork, Uncut, NPR Music, The Fader, BBC, The Sunday Times Culture, The Line of Best Fit, Paste, Brooklyn Vegan, WXPN, KCRW, Exclaim! and many more. Music from Leif has been heard in TV shows such as Netflix’s Feel Good and Lovesick, HBO’s The New Pope, The Bold Type, Wisdom of the Crowd and more.
Tour Dates
November 23 – Boulder, CO | Fox Theatre
November 24 – Denver, CO | The Bluebird Theater
February 13 - Vancouver, BC | The Pearl
February 14 – Vancouver, BC | The Pearl
February 15 – Victoria, BC | McPherson Playhouse
February 18 - Calgary, AB | Palace Theatre
February 19 – Edmonton, AB | Midway
February 20 – Saskatoon, SK | Broadway Theatre
February 21 – Regina, SK | The Exchange
February 22 – Winnipeg, MB | Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain
February 27 – Ottawa, ON | The Bronson Centre
February 28 – Montreal, QC | M Telus
March 1 – Toronto, ON | Massey Hall
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