Svalbard‘s long goodbye continues with today’s (November 17th) release of their final song, “If We Could Still Be Saved“. The British post-metal band revealed their intentions to call it quits back in May. Now, just ahead of farewell UK tour with Cage Fight and Knife Bride comes the aforementioned new track. Vocalist/guitarist Serena Cherry commented:
“We spend most of our lives unaware of finality. Blissfully oblivious to when those musical notes played will be our last.
So, when we can see an end in sight for something, it distorts the view. Like a funeral marked in your calendar a year in advance. Appreciation shows it’s sheepish face and whispers: ‘sorry I took so long.’
This is the last time we will release a song as Svalbard. Its a song not just heavy with riffs but heavy with sentiment, reflecting on our 15 years as a band. It’s also a parting gift to all of the people who have supported us.
Think of it as the metal version of ‘Goodbye‘ by the Spice Girls!”
A David Gregory-directed video for that single is available to view below. As for the dates for the band’s ongoing sendoff, the following shows are currently booked.
With Cage Fight & Knife Bride:
11/19 Glasgow, UK – Slay
11/20 Manchester, UK – Rebellion
11/21 Newcastle, UK – Think Tank
11/22 Bristol, UK – Thekla
11/23 London, UK – Oslo Hackney
Svalbard:
05/29-31 Toronto, ON – Prepare The Ground
