RETROUVAILLE (/reh-tro-‘VAI/)

-[French]: the joy of reuniting with someone after a long separation.

Pennsylvania-based band Clark’s Secret Identity is pleased to announce their third release and second EP, titled Retrouvaille.

Retrouvaille consists of four ambitious tracks (plus one interlude) creating a continuous 29-minute listening experience that is unique in their discography. This EP signals a significant detour from the band’s usual sound; the music takes a cinematic and epic approach rather than the crunchy, alternative sound of their previous album, The Promise of a Wonderful Future.

“I generally don’t like to talk about our writing influences, but with this EP I aim to capture the sound of various film soundtracks,” says songwriter Shane Anthony. “This is supposed to feel like one is viewing a short film, without the actual visuals present.” The band has looked to film composers such as Ennio Morricone, Vangelis, Danny Elfman, Mica Levi, and Atticus Ross for inspiration.

Track listing:

1. Retrouvaille

2. One Hundred Days in the Parlor

3. The Promise of a Wonderful Future

4. (nsprbl)

5. Keep Your Voice Down