Song Exploder of Montreal - Wraith Pinned to the Mist and Other Games
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Feb 5, 2025 
Kevin Barnes, the visionary lead singer and songwriter of Of Montreal, dives deep into the making of their iconic track 'Wraith Pinned to the Mist and Other Games.' He reflects on the emotional weight of the song during the release of 'The Sunlandic Twins' and discusses his transition to solo artistry. Themes of escapism, whimsical love, and the duality of light and dark are explored, alongside the idea of 'magical thinking' in music. Barnes invites listeners into a surreal world, celebrating creativity and the complex beauty of existence.
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Band Dissolution and Solo Success
- Kevin Barnes' band Of Montreal dissolved because his bandmates lost interest after their records didn't sell well.
- He then created Satanic Panic in the Attic solo, which was more successful, leading him to prefer working alone.
Self-Worth and Artistic Output
- Kevin Barnes ties his self-worth to his prolific artistic output.
- He feels a pressure to constantly create and prove himself as an artist.
Life During Sunlandic Twins
- Kevin Barnes wrote Sunlandic Twins while navigating a challenging period.
- He was newly married, his wife (the band's bassist) was pregnant, and they lacked financial stability.