'Dreamland' by Kramer & Lydia Lunch | New Album, 'To One in Paradise (for Hal Willner) by Poe'

Check out the exclusive premiere of ‘Dreamland,’ a track by Kramer and Lydia Lunch. This song is part of an upcoming compilation LP that features an impressive lineup, including Joan As Police Woman, Eric Mingus, Jennifer Charles, Allen Ginsberg, Britta Phillips, Teller, Thurston, Eva Moore, and others, with music produced by Kramer. The compilation is set to be released on October 18th, 2024, via Shimmy-Disc.

We’re excited to announce the exclusive premiere of ‘Dreamland,’ a hauntingly beautiful track featuring the distinctive voices of Kramer and Lydia Lunch. This piece is part of the upcoming LP ‘POE – To One in Paradise (for Hal Willner),’ a tribute to the legendary Hal Willner, who shared a deep connection with Kramer and the world of avant-garde music.

In this innovative collection, Kramer curates a unique array of artists who breathe new life into Edgar Allan Poe’s timeless poems. ‘Dreamland’ stands out as a mesmerizing reading, set against Kramer’s ethereal ambient soundscapes that enhance the poem’s otherworldly themes. It’s a vivid exploration of memory, sound, and the poetic imagination.

Kramer, known for his boundary-pushing collaborations and as a driving force behind the Shimmy-Disc label, has masterfully created an auditory experience that connects listeners to Poe’s words as never before. The album closes with a powerful archival recording of Allen Ginsberg reciting ‘The Bells,’ providing a fitting tribute to both Poe and Willner.

‘POE – To One in Paradise (for Hal Willner)’ will be released on October 18th via Shimmy-Disc, but you can listen to ‘Dreamland’ right here, right now. Dive into this enchanting blend of poetry and sound, and prepare to be transported to a realm of creativity and imagination.