Future Clouds and Radar, the ever-evolving project helmed by Austin songwriter, vocalist, and producer Robert Harrison, resurfaces with "Big Weather," a sharp and inspired seven-track EP released via Star Apple Kingdom. Known for his visionary work leading Cotton Mather and crafting the cult-cherished Kontiki, Harrison steps confidently into a new chapter, one that honors his psychedelic pop roots while embracing a bolder, sleeker sonic future.
"Big Weather" feels like a weather system in motion exuberant, shifting, and intentionally unpredictable. Recorded alongside Frenchie Smith and Lars Göransson, and featuring longtime collaborators Darin Murphy, Jon Sanchez, and the addition of Betty Soo, the EP captures a band in vibrant evolution. The production is warm and analog-leaning, yet the arrangements twist with modern, adventurous intuition, making the record feel both familiar and forward-leaning.
Tracks like “The Hype” shine with Harrison’s signature ability to fuse poetic, slightly surreal lyricism with melodies that stick instantly. It’s a song that moves with confidence, striking the balance between reflective storytelling and radio-ready appeal. “Brass Tacks,” on the other hand, digs deeper into his craftsmanship, pairing tightly structured hooks with the introspective charm that has long defined his writing. Fans of Beck, Wilco, Guided by Voices, and Nada Surf will find the DNA they love here, but always through Harrison’s singular creative lens.
Across seven tracks, "Big Weather" distills everything Future Clouds and Radar stands for: restless imagination, literate songwriting, and production that feels alive in every measure. Harrison reintroduces his project for 2025 with clarity, color, and a renewed sense of purpose.
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