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Tim Bowness returns with Powder Dry, a deeply introspective solo album blending influences from the likes of Nick Drake, Soft Cell, and David Sylvian. Unlike prior works, Tim recorded and produced every track himself, resulting in an album that’s remarkably personal. Powder Dry weaves fragmented reflections on life into vignettes of jazz, ambient, and electronic textures. Tracks like “Rock Hudson” and “Stand Up for the Dying” stand out, marked by introspective lyrics and Tim’s knack for blending vulnerability with cinematic soundscapes.
Highlights include the industrial thrum of “Idiots at Large,” the dreamlike ballad “When Summer Comes,” and the haunting yet delicate “Film of Our Youth.” With this 18-track record, Tim achieves a poetic and cohesive narrative, emphasizing both lyrical depth and atmospheric experimentation. Powder Dry is available on colored and black vinyl, CD, and as a 5.1 surround mix—a must-listen for fans of No-Man and emotive art rock.
Listen and watch the interview I did with Tim Bowness here
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine
