Ahead of Matt Johnson’s The The Australian tour, the band’s frontman has taken to social media to express his sorrow at the passing of Swiss-born American electronic musician/producer and former The The collaborator Roli Mosimann. Originally from Switzerland, Mosimann first came to attention with the New York City no wave band Swans and later collaborated with Foetus leader JG Thirlwell in the duo Wiseblood.
Matt Johnson posted this heartfelt message to the band’s Facebook page:
“I received very sad news today. My old friend, co-producer and collaborator — Roli Mosimann —passed away in the early hours of this morning in Wroclaw, Poland. I collaborated with Roli on ‘Sweet Bird Of Truth’, ‘Twilight Of A Champion’, ‘August & September’, ‘Beyond Love’. ‘The Violence Of Truth’, ‘Gravitate To Me’ and others. Roli was a larger than life character and we shared many crazy nights together. He was also one of the most original talents I have ever worked with. A very intelligent and insightful man, he had a unique way of looking at the world. My thoughts with his family. Rest In Peace my old friend xxx”
The The have just released Ensoulment, THE THE’s first studio album in a quarter century. Co-produced by Matt Johnson and Warne Livesey, the album is now available on Cinéola / earMUSIC
Ensoulment contains echoes of THE THE’s multifaceted musical past, however it is richly representative of the mercurial band’s here and now. Johnson is characteristically unafraid to tackle the emotional complexity inherent in the human condition – intimacy in an age of alienation; democracy in a post-truth age, empire and vassalage, and the inexorable rise of AI – yet the album is equally shot through with hope.
“It’s vital to be hopeful,” Johnson states. “And I hope people get out of the album what we put into it. It was created under very happy circumstances, with a great vibe amongst the band and all the people that worked on it. There was a lot of thought, a lot of work, a lot of love, a lot of laughter!
Ensoulment is available on Ltd CD Hardcover Media Book, CD jewel case, Black 2 LP gatefold and Crystal Clear 2 LP gatefold.
Heading to Australia and New Zealand in 2024, UK new wave icons THE THE have added a second Brisbane show to their Ensouled world tour due to phenomenal demand. This comes off announcing a second Melbourne show and two Sydney shows at the Sydney Opera House last month.
THE THE are set to share their legacy with fans once again in Sydney and Melbourne while also playing their first Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide and Auckland shows in over 30 years.
Known for hits like “This Is the Day” and “Uncertain Smile”, Australian fans can expect to hear the favourites they know and love as well as some newer material. Born from the same scene that brought us Nick Cave and The Cure, THE THE went on to achieve critical acclaim and commercial success around the globe. Their infectious sound spans a multitude of genres and topics, musing melodic synth pop with potent socio-political alt rock.
THE THE’s unwavering passion for urgent truth and freedom of expression has carried them through countless shifting landscapes. With decades of headline tours and massive festival spots under their belt, don’t miss your chance to witness post-punk royalty perform in Australia and NZ.
With shows sold out or limited tickets left, don’t miss your chance to see this iconic postpunk band live in concert.
THE THE AUSTRALIAN DATES
14 November – Auckland, SOLD OUT
16 November 2024 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne, SOLD OUT
17 November 2024 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
18 November 2024 – Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide
21 November 2024 – Sydney Opera House
22 November 2024 –Sydney Opera House
23 November 2024 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, SOLD OUT
24 November 2024 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
27 November 2024 – Fremantle Arts Centre, Perth
https://www.thethe.com/tour-dates/