Songs and Instrumentals
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| Released | October 23, 2020 | |||
| Recorded | April 22 – May 23, 2020 | |||
| Studio | Cabin in Westhampton, Massachusetts | |||
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| Label | 4AD | |||
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Songs and Instrumentals (both stylized in all lowercase) are two studio albums by Adrianne Lenker, both released by 4AD on October 23, 2020. They are her fourth and fifth solo albums, respectively.
The two albums were conceived in the aftermath of a breakup and after touring with her band Big Thief was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They were recorded on an eight-track recording machine while in isolation in a cabin in Massachusetts. Both albums feature a lo-fi sound of primarily Lenker's vocals and acoustic guitar. The album Songs has 11 tracks with more lyrical and traditional songwriting. Instrumentals is composed of two extended instrumental pieces, featuring acoustic guitar improvisation and recordings of chimes and birdsong.
The release was preceded by two singles: "Anything" and "Dragon Eyes". The albums received favorable reviews from critics.