Red Sky July are thrilled to announce their eagerly awaited fourth album, 'Misty Morning', is set to be released on the February 28th, 2025. This new collection marks a significant evolution in the band’s sound, blending folk influences with modern instrumentation, and will be available for pre-order now.
The album will be released digitally and as a limited edition 12” record – the first vinyl album to be released by the band – with the LP nestled inside a deluxe sleeve that features a unique and dreamy illustration by artist Ellamae Statham. All pre-orders will be hand-signed by the band and include free access to exclusive content with the Red Sky July Making Music Pass.
The title track, ‘Misty Morning’, paints a vivid soundscape reminiscent of early dawn, filled with rich textures and harmonies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and hope.
You’re the man I call when the bottle breaks/And the hazy-gin eyes can’t see anything straight
In creating this album, Red Sky July sought to redefine the boundaries of folk and Americana music. By integrating electronic elements and layered soundscapes—some derived from natural recordings made during their travels—the band has crafted a cinematic experience that resonates with listeners on multiple levels.
“We challenged the instrumentation involved in the folk and Americana genres and used a lot of delays and electronic drones to create a much more cinematic sound. We also layered up some ‘found sound’ that we recorded in Scotland, Ireland, America, Spain and everywhere else on our travels. We made synth drones out of them, which became the bedrock of the album, sound-wise” explains Shelly.
“Our aim was to shake up the perception of what folk music means,” says Shelly Poole, who co-formed Red Sky July with her husband, ex-Texas guitarist Ally McErlaine, in 2008 as a ‘soul food’ side-project which soon spiralled with the release of their acclaimed music. Their achievements were recognised at the Scottish Music Awards where they were presented with a prestigious Tartan Clef Award, have toured extensively including sets at Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, T in the Park and C2C: Country to Country and appeared as special guests of the likes of Sheryl Crow, Steve Earle, 10CC, Tom Jones and Jools Holland.
‘Misty Morning’ features a range of tracks that explore themes of love, resilience, and the beauty of nature. As the band prepares to share this new chapter, they invite fans to join them on this journey, experiencing the magic of their music first hand.