About You recruit Elliott Skinner to help say Farewell To Ghosts on their new single and video — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The latest narrative from singer-songwriter Max Poscente — an artist known for his gripping storytelling and evocative soundscapes — Farewell To Ghosts (ft. Elliott Skinner) tells a delicate story of “the juxtaposition of where society might stereotype safety vs the reality of where people on the fringes of society find safety,” explains Poscente.
Farewell To Ghosts was born during the pandemic, when Poscente and Skinner joined forces to craft a song that dives into the realities faced by people in the unhoused community. Inspired by a story shared by a friend from Berklee College of Music about her journey through homelessness, the song reflects on the unexpected places where individuals find security and belonging; in this case, she found more solace with her fellow unhoused community than with the housed. Poscente and Skinner were struck by the stark contrast between society’s version of safety versus that of people experiencing homelessness. “I finished the song with my producer, Jeff Saenz, and I think we landed on a very special telling of this story and message.”
The single features a rich musical landscape, blending About You’s signature genre-bending sound with Skinner’s soulful vocals. With heartfelt lyrics and emotive instrumentation, the indie-rocker offers listeners a powerful glimpse into the human experience, resonating with authenticity and emotional depth. The track was recorded at Modern Electric Sound Recorders, mixed and engineered by Carter Jahn (War on Drugs, OneRepublic) and mastered by Grammy winner Howie Weinberg (Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana).
About You — a music project fueled by the stories of its audience — channels narratives from friends, fans, and strangers into spellbinding songs set to debut on their upcoming album. Armed with vintage guitars, modern beats, and a profound musical acumen, Poscente, the creative force behind About You, carves out a distinctive path to share these tales with the world. With multiple tours, sold-out shows in major cities, and appearances at SXSW and Mile of Music Festival, About You are just beginning to spread their wings.
Watch them play Farewell To Ghosts above, listen to the EP below, and find out more about About You on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
