Words by Joshua M. Gancayco

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros have announced the release of their new album PersonA,  a ten-track collection recorded in New Orleans, due for release on April 15. PersonA is the follow-up to their self-titled last studio release in 2013 and will be the band’s fourth full-length album. The band is known for their authentic sound and since the album was recorded in New Orleans, their non-digitally altered voices or electronically manipulated sounds are sure to make an appearance on all ten tracks.

Interestingly, it should be noted that the band have stylized their name with a line crossing out the "Edward Sharpe" part of their band name, which is a symbolic representation of the band removing the notion of a singer plus the band. "A literal strike though the "Edward Sharpe" phase of their career," a press release explains.

“No Love Like Yours” is their first official single off PersonA. While “Hot Coals” was released last year, it was not announced as the album’s first song. However, both tracks have set the tone for the album, so fans can start to gather an idea of what to expect. “No Love Like Yours” is a simple upbeat sound, taking you back to the classic Beatles. On the other hand, “Hot Coals” begins with a dark sound while using subtly positive notes on the piano to accompany the deep trumpets and elegant drumbeats.

Frontman Alex Ebert shared the news of the album announcement via the band’s Facebook page:

Dear appreciators and assorted ones of the ecstatic state: we have a new album that aims to shatter the glass ceiling for all of us - in other words, we love this new album and are excited enough that we should make fools of ourselves from rooftops such as this one, if only to let you know - its coming.
Live –Alexander

PersonA is available for Pre-Order on iTunes, CD, and LP. Listen to both new singles below.