This Friday, UK electronic linchpin George FitzGerald unveils Stellar Drifting; his third album and an expansive manifestation of sonic wonder. Today, FitzGerald reveals one final taste before the album’s unveiling; a collaboration with Animal Collective figurehead Panda Bear titled ‘Passed Tense’.

Opening to a subtle yet enveloping melodic line, the track drops back into more front-facing territory with a garage-esque percussive arrangement and the introduction of Panda Bear’s unmistakable vocal guiding the track’s uptempo nature. As the track breaks into its chorus, Panda Bear’s delivery helps present one of the album’s most indisputably feel-good moments - unveiling his deft ability for bold, upfront songwriting with no less of a rousing edge. George’s instrumental work on the track never strays far from the limelight; simultaneously rhythmic, delicate and energetic. ‘Passed Tense’ is a hugely sophisticated work of pop-leaning electronic music that helps to further showcase Stellar Drifting’s stunning diversity.

Of the track, FitzGerald notes:

“Working with Noah (Panda Bear) on this track was such a highlight. The tone of his voice and his lyrical style are both so unique. It put the music and the whole record in a completely new context emotionally and stylistically.”

To celebrate the release of Stellar Drifting, George FitzGerald will embark on a UK/EU/North American tour in support of the record, bringing a brand new live show to stages for audiences to experience the album, and crowd favourites, in a brand new context. Tickets are on sale HERE, full dates below:

  • October 6th: KOKO, London UK
  • October 19th: Aeden, Berlin Germany
  • October 20th: ADE, Amsterdam Holland
  • October 21st: Point Ephemere, Paris France
  • October 22nd: AB Club, Brussels Belgium
  • November 3rd: Larimer, Denver USA
  • November 4th: 1015 Folsom, San Francisco USA
  • November 5th: The Usual Place, Las Vegas USA
  • November 10th: Holocene, Portland USA
  • November 11th: Neumos, Seattle USA
  • November 12th: Village Studios, Vancouver Canada
  • December 1st: Brighton Music Hall, Boston USA
  • December 2nd: Elsewhere, New York USA
  • December 3rd: Union Stage, Washington USA
  • December 8th: Lincoln Hall, Chicago USA
  • December 9th: Velvet Underground, Toronto Canada
  • December 10th: Astral, Montreal Canada

FitzGerald will also play two very special intimate in-store concerts at Rough Trade in September, dates below:

Stellar Drifting (DS142) will be available on CD, LP and Deluxe LP. The Deluxe LP is on limited clear vinyl and includes a bonus 12” including exclusive track “Venera” on Side A and 16 locked grooves on Side B, also on clear vinyl.

Pre-order Stellar Drifting here

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The artwork for Stellar Drifting has been created by designer, David Rudnick in collaboration with digital developer, Chris Shier

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